'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.
Height
18 Inches
Spread
16 Inches
Bloom Color
Red
USDA Hardiness Zone
3
Current Availability
Qty Avail
Description
Comments
Future Crop
Future Crop Ready Date
0
Ratibida columnifera Red Midget #1 (NATIVE-deep reddish-brown)
250
mid June
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes
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Deer Resistant
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Native
Soil Conditions
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Average
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Dry
Bloom Time
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Fall
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Summer
Exposure
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Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
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Sun
Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Butterflies
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Attracts Pollinators
Foliage Color
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Green
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