Double Scoop Cranberry Coneflower
Double Scoop Cranberry Coneflower
Plush Double Cranberry-Red Pompoms All Summer
Double Scoop Cranberry Coneflower (Echinacea 'Double Scoop Cranberry') delivers a long show of fully double, deep cranberry-red pompom blooms on a compact, sturdy plant from midsummer into fall. The big, fluffy flowers hold their rich color for weeks and draw bees and butterflies to the border. Drought-tough and deer-resistant, it's a saturated, textural choice for sunny beds and cut-flower gardens in Edina, Woodbury, and Eagan.
Double Scoop Cranberry Plant Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinacea 'Double Scoop Cranberry' |
| 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 cranberry-red 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
Statement pollinator borders: The plush red pompoms add bold texture and weeks of color. 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 Cranberry 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 Cranberry 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.
You May Also Like
Double Scoop Raspberry Coneflower (Echinacea): A rose double from the same series.
Catmint (Nepeta): Blue spikes to contrast the cranberry pompoms.
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium): A native grass for a prairie-style border.
How Many Double Scoop Cranberry 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 Cranberry Coneflower Season-by-Season in Minnesota
- Spring: A sturdy basal clump leafs out and bulks up, building toward bloom.
- Summer: Plush double cranberry-red pompoms open from midsummer on, holding rich color for weeks and feeding bees and butterflies.
- Fall: Blooms continue into fall; strong stems keep the flowers upright.
- 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 Raspberry Coneflower — a rose-toned double from the same series for a graduated red palette.
- Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower — the bubblegum-pink double 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 and warm contrast.
Is Double Scoop Cranberry Coneflower Right for Your Yard?
Best in full sun and well-drained soil that isn't soggy — a saturated, tough, deer-resistant pick for sunny pollinator and cut-flower beds in Edina, Woodbury, and Eagan. Not a fit for wet winter ground, which causes crown rot; young plants may be nibbled before they establish.