
Common Name: Marmalade Coneflower
Echinacea ‘Marmalade’ — commonly called Marmalade Coneflower — is a long-blooming perennial valued for its large, semi-double to double flowers in warm shades of tangerine-orange, often with darker central cones, appearing from early summer into fall. Dark green, slightly coarse foliage forms a sturdy clump and remains attractive through the season, sometimes developing muted tones in fall. Its upright, well-branched habit and bold, glowing color make it a standout in borders and pollinator gardens. Mature Size: Width: 18–24 in Height: 24–30 in USDA Zones: 4a–9b Light: Full sun Soil: Well-drained soils; tolerant of poor, sandy, or rocky conditions Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies Features & Landscape Uses: Form: Upright, clump-forming perennial with strong stems Excellent for borders, mass plantings, and cut flower gardens Semi-double blooms provide added texture and vibrant summer color Long bloom period offers continuous seasonal interest Deer resistant and low maintenance Maintenance: Deadhead to extend blooming Cut back in late fall or early spring Divide clumps every few years if needed
| Plant Type: | Perennial |
| Width: | 18-24" |
| Height: | 26-30'' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 4 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Summer, Fall |
| Landscape/Use: | Container, Mass Planting, Border, Rock Garden |
| Shape: | Upright, Clumping |
| Soil Type | Clay, Sandy, Well Drained |
| Flower Color: | Orange |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |