Eastern purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

The genus Echinacea belongs to the Asteraceae family and contains 9 species of which Echinacea purpurea is the most commonly known. The perennial plant grows best if located bright and sunny.

Sweat pea (Lathyrus)

The genus Lathyrus belongs to the Fabaceae family and contains more than 100 members. Some of them are popular garden plants over here in Germany. They are available in a wide range of blooming colors.