This perennial coneflower, sometimes grown as an annual, has a long season of flowers on thin, branching stems. The flowers resemble small hats, with yellow reflexed ray florets and large greenish-brown columnar centers.
Noteworthy CharacteristicsSombrero-shaped yellow flowers with long central cones bloom for a long time.
CareNeeds average, dry to medium, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils in full sun. Intolerant of moist heavy clays. This plant is drought resistant.
PropagationMay be grown from seed, but will not flower until the second year. Sow seed in early spring in a cold frame. Divide perennials in spring when young, before they become too woody.
ProblemsDowny mildew, powdery mildew, leaf smut, and fungal spots occur occasionally.
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- Genus : Ratibida
- Plant Width : 1 to 3 feet
- Plant Height : 1 to 3 feet
- Zones : 10, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Tolerance : Drought Tolerant
- Moisture : Dry to Medium
- Bloom Time : Fall, Summer
- Light : Full Sun
- Growth Rate : Moderate
- Maintenance : Moderate
- Plant Type : Perennials
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest
- Flower Color : Yellow
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