coneflower

noun

cone·flow·er ˈkōn-ˌflau̇(-ə)r

: any of several composite plants (as of the genera Echinacea and Ratibida) having cone-shaped flower disks: such as

: rudbeckia

: purple coneflower

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For that fall feel, pair helenium with ornamental grasses and coneflowers, or mix and match them with sedums or ornamental peppers for a planter with unique flair. —

Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2024 Use coneflowers as fillers or thrillers to draw attention to fall planters or pair purple coneflowers with plants with yellow or orange blooms for an enchanting autumn display. —

Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2024 Different species of coneflowers are found throughout North America, so check which species are native to your area. —

Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Aug. 2024 Every turn yields spots of lupines, coneflowers, hawkweeds, black-eyed Susans, and buttonbush. —

Margot Mazur, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for coneflower