{"product_id":"echinacea-guatemala-gold","title":"Guatemala Gold Coneflower","description":"\u003cp\u003eGuatemala Gold Coneflower (\u003cem\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/em\u003e hybrid 'Guatemala Gold') is a captivating and rare hybrid coneflower that pushes the boundaries of the genus with rich, warm golden-yellow petals surrounding a prominent, burnished copper-bronze central cone. This striking color combination — uncommon in the Echinacea world — delivers bold, jewel-toned warmth that elevates mixed borders, pollinator plantings, and naturalistic prairie-inspired garden designs. Strong, upright stems bear multiple blooms per plant, creating an extended, layered floral display from midsummer deep into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from Professional Grade root systems, Guatemala Gold is as resilient as it is beautiful. Like all echinacea, it is exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, thrives in lean to moderately fertile soil, and requires no staking thanks to its sturdy, self-supporting stems. Its long-lasting flowers are magnets for bumblebees, butterflies, and goldfinches, which flock to the seed-laden cones from late summer through winter — providing multi-season wildlife value that few perennials can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Warm Golden-Yellow Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich golden-yellow petals surrounding a burnished copper-bronze cone deliver a bold, uncommon color combination that stands out dramatically in borders and naturalistic plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Multi-Season Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blooms midsummer through fall, then persistent seed-filled cones provide striking winter structure and a critical food source for goldfinches and songbirds through the coldest months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremier Pollinator Magnet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nectar-rich flowers attract bumblebees, monarch butterflies, swallowtails, and beneficial insects in peak summer, making this an essential plant for pollinator and habitat garden designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-Tolerant Prairie Performer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established, handles extended dry periods with ease — a top-tier choice for low-water, xeriscape, and water-wise perennial border designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-Fuss, Long-Lived Perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sturdy, self-supporting stems never require staking, and the plant grows more vigorous and floriferous with each passing season as its root system matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese 4\" healthy live plants thrive in full sun — at least 6 hours daily — in well-draining, lean to moderately fertile soil. Excellent drainage is important; avoid heavy clay and consistently wet conditions. Water regularly during the first season to establish deep roots, then reduce irrigation significantly. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 4–9. Mature height: 24–36 inches; spread: 18–24 inches. Blooms midsummer through fall. Leave seed heads standing through winter for songbird habitat and dramatic cold-season structure; cut back to the ground in early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planted Places","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48324807819478,"sku":"2ECHGTG4","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/2496\/8075\/files\/ECHINACEA_hybrid_Guatemala_Gold.png?v=1780616784","url":"https:\/\/www.plantedplaces.com\/products\/echinacea-guatemala-gold","provider":"Planted Places","version":"1.0","type":"link"}