Echinacea 'Kismet Yellow'

Echinacea 'Kismet Yellow': Golden Sunshine from Summer to Frost

Radiant and long-blooming, Echinacea 'Kismet Yellow' glows with rich, golden-yellow petals encircling a warm, amber cone. Compact and full of vigour, this coneflower is part of the Kismet series—bred for early flowering, exceptional longevity, and strong branching. From early summer well into autumn, it delivers waves of cheerful blooms that brighten borders, attract pollinators, and offer effortless beauty. Its upright habit, long stems, and saturated colour make it a standout in any sun-soaked garden.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 45–55 cm
• Spread: 40–50 cm, forming a compact, upright clump
• Flower Colour: Deep golden-yellow with a warm, coppery cone
• Flowering Period: Early summer to frost
• Foliage: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves; dense and mounded
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Average to dry, well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established

Uses and Benefits: Kismet Yellow is ideal for pollinator gardens, sunny borders, and contemporary plantings where reliable bloom and intense colour are needed. Its compact size makes it perfect for small spaces, containers, or the front of the border. Bees and butterflies adore its nectar-rich flowers, while its tidy form and robust stems offer excellent structure and cut flower potential.

Companion Plants: Pair Kismet Yellow with Salvia 'Bumbleberry', whose deep raspberry-pink blooms create striking contrast and attract pollinators in tandem. Add Coreopsis 'Curry Up', whose similarly hued golden flowers blend harmoniously while extending the bloom period. Finish with Pennisetum 'Lumen Gold', whose glowing chartreuse foliage and soft texture enhance the coneflower’s sunny palette and add gentle movement to the planting.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots; after that, Kismet Yellow thrives with minimal care. Deadhead to prolong flowering or leave seed heads for winter structure and wildlife. Divide clumps every 3–4 years in spring to maintain vigour.

History: Bred by Terra Nova Nurseries, the Kismet series represents a new generation of Echinacea purpurea hybrids, selected for early bloom, extended flowering, compact growth, and exceptional colour saturation. Kismet Yellow stands out for its sunny hue and unmatched garden reliability.

Final Thoughts: Cheerful, compact, and full of bloom, Echinacea 'Kismet Yellow' brightens the garden with its golden glow all season long. When combined with the vivid contrast of Salvia 'Bumbleberry', the warm harmony of Coreopsis 'Curry Up', and the luminous texture of Pennisetum 'Lumen Gold', it creates a sun-drenched, pollinator-friendly planting that celebrates colour, resilience, and rhythm. A golden gem for gardens that shine from June to frost.