Mexican Hat (Ratibida Columnifera) 300 seeds (#1134)

The common name "Mexican hat" aptly describes the sombrero-like blossoms of this perennial from prairies and meadows of central North America. It is often cultivated as an annual or biennial.
This hardy perennial forms dense mounds of lacy, finely lobed, gray-green leaves. Showy blossoms with drooping yellow rays and a long protruding central cone are borne on tall branching stems from early to late summer. The rays of variety pulcherimma are variously stained with purple. The thimble-shaped cone is light green aging to brown. Butterflies visit the flowers, as do other small bees and insects. Plants will often self-sow if not deadheaded.
Grow Mexican hat in full sun and well-drained, circumneutral soil. It dislikes damp conditions. Use this perennial in meadow and prairie plantings, mixed borders, and cutting gardens.
Information source: www.learn2grow.com
Approximately 300 seeds in 0,5g packet.

Genus - Ratibida
Species - Columnifera
Common name - Mexican Hat
Pre-Treatment - Not-required
Hardiness zones - 3 - 10
Height - 0,70 - 0,980 m
Spread - 0,30 m
Plant type - Perennial flower
Exposure - Full Sun
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Neutral
Soil type - Loam, sand
Water requirements - Drought Tolerant, Average Water
Landscape uses - Container, Cutflower, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Bloom season - July - October
Leaf / Flower color - Light green / Purple, Burgundy, Light Green

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
If grown from seeds - will not flower until the second year.
Sow seed in spring from March to April inside, or from April to May in a cold frame or directly. Divide perennials in spring when young, before they become too woody.