Magnolia liliiflora ~ Japanese Magnolia overstory Moab Sunset Echinacea is a

Moab Sunset Echinacea is a compact native perennial with strong upright stems that do not need staking and bright green foliage

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IMAGES:  David Monniaux

Small bell-like lavender flowers raise up in terminals from the rootstalk above the mound in mid summer attracting butterflies and pollinators

and reblooms all season until frost

Magnolia liliiflora ~ Japanese Magnolia overstory Moab Sunset Echinacea is aThe Japanese Magnolia is a stunning deciduous shrub with a rounded, bushy growth habit and dark green leaves that turn gold in fall. The fragrant tulip like flowers are vibrant pink purple and bloom in early spring, before the leaves appear. Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well drained, slightly acidic soil. Type: Tree Origins: Southeast China Height: 8' 12 Spread: 8' 12' Spacing: 10 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun