Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower
Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower
Fluffy Double Watermelon-Pink Pompoms All Summer
Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower (Echinacea 'Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon') trades the classic daisy cone for a plush, fully double pompom in rich watermelon-pink. The big, fluffy blooms appear on a compact, sturdy plant from midsummer into fall, holding their color and form for weeks and drawing bees and butterflies. Drought-tough and deer-resistant, it's a playful, eye-catching choice for sunny borders and cut-flower gardens in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.
Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Plant Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinacea 'Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon' |
| 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 watermelon-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
Statement pollinator borders: The fluffy double blooms add texture and a long-lasting show. Space 18–22 inches apart.
Cut-flower and sunny beds: Long, sturdy stems make great bouquets; tough in hot, dry spots. Pair with catmint, grasses, and single-flowered coneflowers for contrast.
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 Watermelon 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 Watermelon 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 the blooms, though single-flowered types offer easier access; mixing both gives the best pollinator support.
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, plush pompoms on a compact, sturdy plant that holds them upright.
You May Also Like
Double Scoop Raspberry Coneflower (Echinacea): Another double pompom in rich rose.
Catmint (Nepeta): Blue spikes to contrast the pink pompoms.
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium): A native grass for a prairie-style border.
How Many Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower Do I Need?
Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon 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 Watermelon 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 watermelon-pink 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 Strawberry Coneflower — the red double from the same series for a bold color pairing.
- Double Scoop Raspberry Coneflower — another rich double pompom to extend the scheme.
- Little Bluestem — a native grass for a prairie-style backdrop.
- Sombrero Granada Gold Coneflower — a single golden coneflower for textural contrast.
Is Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon Coneflower Right for Your Yard?
Double Scoop Deluxe Watermelon 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.