Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower

Name: Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower
Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
SKU: 20986
Price: 38.27 USD
Availability: InStock

Echinacea x 'TNECHKR'

Nature Hills Nursery

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Ensure this plant gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain its compact habit and vibrant color. While it can survive in light shade, the stems may become floppy and bloom production will decrease significantly.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil to prevent root rot, which is the biggest threat to coneflowers. If you have heavy clay, amend the site with compost to improve drainage or consider planting in a raised bed.

Watering Requirements

Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to help the extensive root system establish. Once established, the Kismet® Raspberry is drought tolerant and prefers the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, as soggy soil causes stress and disease; inconsistent watering during establishment may result in stunted growth.

Pruning Tips

Remove spent blooms (deadheading) throughout the summer to encourage a continuous display of fresh raspberry-colored flowers. While the specific pruning window is late fall to clean up foliage, you can leave the dried seed heads standing until early spring to provide winter food for goldfinches. Pruning old stems back to the ground creates space for fresh spring growth.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or a top dressing of compost in early spring as new growth begins to emerge. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers or over-fertilizing later in the season, as this promotes lush foliage at the expense of flower production and can make stems weak.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

✓ Zone-specific timing • ✓ Professional packaging • ✓ Health guarantee

Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Deep saturated pink petals, the Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower PP #28,768 (Echinacea x 'TNECHKR') is a powerfully pink Echinacea that is prized for its smaller, compact nature and vivid blooms!

Forming branched mounds of scratchy green leaves, Coneflowers are late-blooming plants that fill your summer and fall gardens with brilliant color and unique texture. The incredible pink petals have a lighter underside for a two-tone effect. Lasting for a long time in the garden and in the vase! Keep snipping blooms for your bouquets or just regularly deadhead the spent flowers for rebloom right until the first frost!

Kismet® Raspberry Coneflowers are cold and heat tolerant throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9 and only grow into spikey mounds 18-24 inches tall and wide! The spiked, domed centers of each flower become equally spikey brown seedheads each fall that add texture to the fall and winter landscape, seeds for songbirds, or curious texture in dried floral bouquets!

Planting and Application:

Kismet® Coneflowers are naturally shorter and compact, never getting leggy. Perfect bright beacons of color in the sun garden, any Rock Garden, Cottage border, modern Pollinator garden, or mixed perennial border welcome these easy-care gems into their midst. Spice up a Prairie planting, or jazz up a Cut flower garden with the brilliant Raspberry-colored blooms!

The roots are quite xeric and hardy once established and Coneflower are highly recommended for use in fire-wise landscapes too! Wonderfully low maintenance, these short and compact Raspberry Coneflowers look fantastic as edging and en masse throughout some of the sunniest and driest locations around your garden!

Plant Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower in container gardens and planters, readily becoming colorful fillers and thrillers on hot sunny porches and patios! Mix with other bright jewel tones, yellows, oranges, and reds, or cool things off by mixing with green flowers, white, and light pinks. These are wonderful front-of-the-garden mixers when planted with taller Coneflower varieties too!

Bold Raspberry Pink Petals & Prickly Domed Centers
Dramatic Spikey Seedheads For Fall/Winter Interest
Pollinator Nectar & Pollen Resource & Bird Seed
Xeriscaping & Fire-Wise Landscaping.
Great in Containers & Planters
Front of the Border Specimens, Edging & Small-Space Gardens

#ProPlantTips for Care

These hardy and xeric Perennials are wonderfully easy to grow! Full sun is best for the strongest stems, the most looms, and the densest growth. Once established, these plants won't need much additional water and handle occasional drought, but new plants appreciate regular waterings. These plants must have loose very fast-draining soil or their roots will rot. They do appreciate a 3-4 inch layer of mulch around their roots. Wait to prune until early spring before new growth emerges for best results.

Full Sun, Some Part Shade
Needs Well-Drained Soil
Regular Moisture At First - Then Low Water Usage Perennial
Deadhead For Rebloom & Prune Back In Early Spring
Not High On Deer & Rabbit Nibble Lists

Bigger may be better, but brighter is best! Order your own concentrated flower power with the Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower in your landscape! Now at NatureHills.com!

Botanical Name

Echinacea x 'TNECHKR'
Class
- Asterales
Species

x
Cultivar

TNECHKR
Growing Zones

4-9
Height

1-2 ft
Width

1-2 ft
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- Pink
Leaf Color
- Green
Native

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Fall
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AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower suitable for?

Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9. This heat and cold tolerant perennial performs well across a wide range of climates. Plant in full sun for best blooms and drought tolerance once established.

What are the sun exposure requirements for Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower?

Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower thrives in full sun locations and handles hot, dry conditions exceptionally well once established. This compact perennial excels in the sunniest spots of your garden, including rock gardens and fire-wise landscapes. Plant it in your brightest areas for best blooming performance - available at naturehills.com.

How much water does Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower need after establishment?

Once established, Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower is quite drought tolerant and needs minimal watering. The xeric roots handle dry conditions well in zones 4-9. Water deeply but infrequently during extended dry spells, allowing soil to dry between waterings.

When does Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower bloom, and how long do flowers last?

Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower blooms from summer through fall, with flowers lasting exceptionally long both in the garden and as cut flowers. Regular deadheading keeps blooms coming until first frost. Snip spent flowers every few days to maximize the extended flowering period.

How do I plant Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower, and what spacing is recommended?

Plant in full sun with well-draining soil, spacing 18-24 inches apart to accommodate their mature spread. These compact coneflowers thrive in zones 4-9 and tolerate both heat and drought once established. Shop at Nature Hills for best results.

Does Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower require deadheading or special care?

Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower requires minimal care once established in zones 4-9. Regular deadheading extends blooming until first frost, though you can leave some seedheads for winter bird food. Simply cut spent flowers and water during establishment.

Can Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower be grown in containers?

Yes, Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower grows excellently in containers and planters. Its compact 18-24 inch size makes it ideal for sunny porches and patios in zones 4-9. Plant it as a colorful thriller or filler in your container gardens.