Mexican Hat
Ratibida Columnifera
Overview
The Mexican Hat, Ratibida columnifera, is a captivating perennial noted for its distinctive sombrero-shaped, yellow to reddish-brown blooms with a prominent central cone. Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it stands 1-3 feet tall with a spread of 1-2 feet. Preferring full sun and well-draining soil, it exhibits drought tolerance and attracts pollinators, enhancing naturalistic and prairie-style gardens. Its long blooming season spans from early summer to fall.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 3–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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