Echinacea

Echinacea, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.

Echinacea, or the Purple Coneflower, is a popular perennial amongst gardeners and photographers. I personally have this on my "add to my garden list." I've tried several times to start it from seed, and I tried scattering the seeds about my garden. I clearly didn't give it the care it needs, as I didn't have luck growing this flower.

If you want more information, this is a great Echinacea article.
http://www.gardenguides.com/how-to/tipstechniques/herbs/echinacea.asp