Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget'

Mexican Hat Plant

'Red Midget' Mexican Hat Plant has unusual flowers with drooping orange red petals surrounding the 2" elongated green brown central cones.  The habit is open and airy, with fine green leaves.  The bloom period is mid to late summer, blooming often into fall.  Butterflies love Ratibida, and it is especially effective planted in masses. 'Red Midget' is dry site tolerant and occurs naturally in prairies and meadows.

  • Category: Perennials
  • Alternate Cultivar: Red Midget
  • Hardiness Zone: 3
  • Height: 18 Inches
  • Spread: 16 Inches
  • Bloom Color: Red

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Qty Description Comments Future Crop Future Crop Ready Date
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Attributes
Deer Resistant
Native
Soil Conditions
Dry
Average
Bloom Time
Summer
Fall
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Foliage Color
Green

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