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Ratibida Columnifera, commonly known as the Mexican Hat, is an heirloom flowering plant prized for its unique, cone-shaped blooms and bright, cheerful colors. Perfect for home gardens, borders, and naturalized areas, this low-maintenance variety attracts pollinators while adding ornamental beauty. Ideal for gardeners seeking a visually striking, easy-to-grow flower.
Features:
Ratibida Columnifera variety
Produces distinctive, colorful blooms
Pollinator-friendly and attractive to bees and butterflies
Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance
Perfect for garden beds, borders, and naturalized spaces
Specifications:
Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
Height: 24–48 inches
Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well-draining garden soil
Zones: USDA hardiness zones 4–9
Planting Season: Spring
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in pots or trays with well-draining soil. Lightly press seeds into the soil and keep moderately moist. Germination occurs in 10–20 days.
Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 18–24 inches apart.
Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared garden soil in spring. Cover lightly and water gently.
Care Tips: Maintain even soil moisture without overwatering. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering. Mulching helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Ratibida columnifera, commonly known as Mexican Hat Flower or Prairie Coneflower, is a beloved garden favorite prized for its distinctive cone-shaped centers and drooping red-and-yellow petals. Perfect for wildflower gardens, borders, and naturalized landscapes, this drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. This heirloom, GMO-free variety attracts pollinators and provides a long season of vibrant blooms.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
Surface sow; lightly press into soil
Sowing Method
Direct sow or start indoors
Plant Spacing
12–18 inches
Days to Maturity
60–90 days
Soil Preparation
Cold stratification for 2–4 weeks improves germination
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