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About This Plant
Pale Purple Coneflower grows on a tall, hairy stem that is green to purple in color. Flowers bloom in the summer for about three weeks, and are very attractive to songbirds and pollinators. It can grow aggressively and should be planted with other hardy plants that can withstand competition.
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Benefits
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Plant Facts
Pale Purple Coneflower, like others in the genus Echinacea, is well known and used for its medicinal properties. Some people use it to make teas for various remedies, and Native Americans used it as a treatment for insect stings or bites.
