Echinacea paradoxa, commonly known as Bush’s Purple Coneflower, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the glades and prairies of the Ozark region, specifically in Arkansas, Missouri, and a small part of Oklahoma. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters). This species is unique among coneflowers for its yellow flowers, which bloom in early to mid-summer and are quite showy, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Bush’s Purple Coneflower is valued for its striking yellow flowers, which stand out against the more common purple-flowered Echinacea species. It is often used in native plant gardens, perennial borders, and as part of pollinator-friendly landscaping. It thrives in full sun and requires low to medium amounts of water, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought, heat, and poor soil conditions. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to aster yellows disease, which causes deformities in the flowers and foliage.CC BY-SA 4.0