Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower
Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower
Plush Double Bubblegum-Pink Pompoms All Summer
Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower (Echinacea 'Double Scoop Bubble Gum') is pure fun — fully double, bubblegum-pink pompom blooms on a compact, sturdy plant from midsummer into fall. The big, fluffy flowers hold their playful color for weeks and draw bees and butterflies to the border. Drought-tough and deer-resistant, it's a cheerful, textural choice for sunny beds and cut-flower gardens in Eden Prairie, Eagan, and Maple Grove.
Double Scoop Bubble Gum Plant Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinacea 'Double Scoop Bubble Gum' |
| Mature Size | 20–24 in. tall, 18–22 in. wide |
| Hardiness Zone | 4–9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy) |
| Light | Full sun (6+ hours) |
| Bloom Time | Midsummer into fall |
| Flower Color | Double bubblegum-pink pompoms |
| Soil | Well-drained; tolerates clay and lean soil if not soggy |
| Winter Hardiness | Reliable to about -25°F once established |
| Deer Resistance | Usually avoided by deer; may nibble young plants |
Landscape Uses in Minnesota
Playful pollinator borders: The bright pink pompoms bring a fun pop massed in drifts. Space 18–22 inches apart.
Cut-flower and sunny beds: Strong stems make great bouquets; tough in hot, dry spots. Pair with catmint, grasses, and single coneflowers.
Best Time to Plant in Minnesota
Plant in spring (late April–May) or early fall. Provide good drainage; avoid soggy winter soil.
How to Plant Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower
Dig a hole twice the pot's width at the same depth, amending heavy clay with compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water in, and mulch lightly, keeping mulch off the crown. Space 18–22 inches apart.
Watering Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower
First year: Water every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.
After year one: Drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells.
Q: Do double coneflowers still feed pollinators?
Yes — bees and butterflies visit them, though single types offer easier access; mixing both supports pollinators best.
Q: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?
Yes — hardy to zone 4 with good drainage; leave stems up for winter crown protection.
Q: Is it deer-resistant?
Generally yes — deer usually avoid coneflowers, though young growth may be sampled.
Q: How big are the flowers?
Large, fluffy pompoms held upright on a compact, sturdy plant.
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Double Scoop Cranberry Coneflower (Echinacea): A deep-red double from the same series.
Catmint (Nepeta): Blue spikes to contrast the pink pompoms.
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium): A native grass for a prairie-style border.
How Many Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower Do I Need?
At 18–22 in wide, space plants about 20 in apart in drifts of 5–7 for the strongest pollinator and color impact.
| Run / Bed Length | Plants Needed (at 20 in spacing) |
|---|---|
| 10 ft | 6 plants |
| 20 ft | 12 plants |
| 30 ft | 18 plants |
| 40 ft | 24 plants |
Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower Season-by-Season in Minnesota
- Spring: A sturdy basal clump leafs out and bulks up, building toward bloom.
- Summer: The long show begins — plush double bubblegum-pink pompoms from midsummer on, drawing bees and butterflies.
- Fall: Blooms keep coming into fall; sturdy stems hold the flowers upright in the border.
- Winter: Leave the stems standing for winter structure and crown protection, then cut back in spring.
At a Glance
✔ Pollinator-Friendly ✔ Deer-Resistant ✔ Drought-Tolerant
Plant It With
- Double Scoop Cranberry Coneflower — the deep-red double from the same series for a bold pairing.
- Double Scoop Raspberry Coneflower — a rose-toned double that completes the Double Scoop trio.
- Little Bluestem — native grass for a prairie-style, drought-proof border.
- Sombrero Granada Gold Coneflower — single gold daisies offer easy-access nectar to round out the planting.
Is Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower Right for Your Yard?
Best in full sun and well-drained soil that isn't soggy — a fun, tough, deer-resistant choice for sunny pollinator and cut-flower beds in Eden Prairie, Eagan, and Maple Grove. Not a fit for wet winter ground, which causes crown rot; young plants may be sampled before they bulk up.