🌼🌾 Ratibida – Ratibida columnifera – 0.5g Seeds (~200 Seeds)

Add wild prairie charm to your garden with Ratibida (Ratibida columnifera), commonly known as Mexican Hat or Prairie Coneflower. These distinctive flowers feature drooping petals surrounding a tall central cone, producing a unique and colorful display from summer to fall. Ideal for naturalized areas, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens.

Usage:

• Wildflower gardens and prairies

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Naturalized and meadow-style gardens

• Cut flowers

Sowing Time:

• Direct sow outdoors in spring after last frost

• Can also start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost

Germination Time:

• 10–14 days

Sowing Depth:

• 0.5 cm (¼ inch)

Soil Requirements:

• Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Tolerant of poor soils and drought conditions

• pH 6.0–7.5

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full sun (6+ hours daily)

Watering:

• Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Plant Spacing:

• 30 cm (12 inches)

Bloom Time:

• Summer to early fall

Growth Height:

• 60–90 cm (24–36 inches)

Hardiness Zone:

• USDA Zones 4–9

Other Benefits:

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects

• Drought tolerant and low maintenance

• Adds unique shape and color to gardens

Latin Name: Ratibida columnifera