Ratibida columnifera (Mexican Hat Flower)
A distinctive and long-flowering perennial, Ratibida columnifera produces drooping yellow daisy-like petals surrounding tall, cone-shaped centres. Blooming from early summer into autumn, it adds bold colour, texture, and a relaxed prairie feel to borders, meadows, and naturalistic plantings. Highly attractive to pollinators and tolerant of dry conditions once established. Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.
Height: 60–100 cm
Bloom Time: Early summer–autumn
Uses: Borders, meadows, naturalistic plantings, pollinator-friendly gardens
Ratibida columnifera (Mexican Hat Flower)
A distinctive and long-flowering perennial, Ratibida columnifera produces drooping yellow daisy-like petals surrounding tall, cone-shaped centres. Blooming from early summer into autumn, it adds bold colour, texture, and a relaxed prairie feel to borders, meadows, and naturalistic plantings. Highly attractive to pollinators and tolerant of dry conditions once established. Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.
Height: 60–100 cm
Bloom Time: Early summer–autumn
Uses: Borders, meadows, naturalistic plantings, pollinator-friendly gardens