Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower
Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower
Plush Double Strawberry-Red Pompoms All Summer
Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower (Echinacea 'Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry') puts on a long show of fully double, strawberry-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 fun, saturated choice for sunny beds and cut-flower gardens in Eden Prairie, Eagan, and Plymouth.
Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Plant Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinacea 'Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry' |
| 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 strawberry-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 Deluxe Strawberry 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 Deluxe Strawberry 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-flowered 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 Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower (Echinacea): A pink double from the same series.
Catmint (Nepeta): Cool blue spikes to contrast the red pompoms.
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium): A native grass for a prairie-style border.
How Many Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower Do I Need?
Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower matures around 18–22 in. wide, so space plants about 20 in. apart center-to-center. For the bold, drift-style massing these double coneflowers are made for, plant in odd-numbered groups of 5–7. Use the guide below for filling a sunny border run:
| Border Run | Plants Needed (at 20 in.) |
|---|---|
| 10 ft | 6 |
| 20 ft | 12 |
| 30 ft | 18 |
| 40 ft | 24 |
Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower Season-by-Season in Minnesota
- Spring: A low clump of green foliage pushes up after the frost leaves the ground; tidy last year's stems and the plant fills in quickly.
- Summer: The main event — plush, fully double strawberry-red pompoms open from midsummer and keep coming for weeks, alive with bees and butterflies.
- Fall: Blooming carries on into early fall; later flowers can be left to form seed heads that goldfinches pick at.
- Winter: Leave the sturdy stems standing — they add structure, catch snow, and protect the crown through Minnesota's coldest months.
At a Glance
✔ Pollinator-Friendly ✔ Deer-Resistant ✔ Drought-Tolerant ✔ Four-Season Interest
Plant It With
- Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower — the pink double from the same series for a two-tone drift.
- Double Scoop Raspberry Coneflower — deepens the planting with rose-toned pompoms.
- Sombrero Granada Gold Coneflower — a single golden coneflower that contrasts the red doubles.
- Little Bluestem — a native grass for prairie-style movement behind the blooms.
Is Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower Right for Your Yard?
Double Scoop Deluxe Strawberry Coneflower thrives in full sun (6+ hours) and well-drained soil — it shrugs off heat, lean ground, and dry spells once established, making it ideal for sunny Twin Cities borders and cut-flower beds. Not a fit if your site stays wet, since soggy winter soil causes crown rot; give it sharp drainage and watch for nibbling on very young plants.