Coneflowers Flop Over

They are in a narrow bed and grow profusely but get to a certain height and then flop over. I stake them but wonder if there is some other reason. They look very healthy.

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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 07/31/2024 @ 1:27 pm

It is likely from being crowded in the soil. Mine fall over after a hard rain. I think too the flowerheads get heavy.

It also could be the soil is somewhat clayey and roots can't get a strong hold. Here is more about coneflower.

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