The Greek work for Coneflower (Echinacea) is “ekhinos” meaning “Hedgehog” due to the flower’s spiny looking seedheads that form towards the end of its bloom cycle. I always left mine standing all winter so the Goldfinch and other birds could dine on the seeds. They also looked great when snowcovered the “coneheads”. Read more here. Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg
