Coneflowers are no-nonsense native plants that grow well with minimal water, fertilizer, and attention. But if you want to ...

know that to extend purple coneflower's (Echinacea purpurea) flowering season right up to frost, you must deadhead them. This will also keep the plant tidy while keeping your summer gardens bright.

Removing faded flowers stimulates more blooms on many plants. Deadhead flowers when they begin to wilt or fade. To deadhead effectively, remove the entire flowering portion, including any sepals or ...