Ratibida columnifera f. pulcherrima

Vibrant red-brown petals edged in gold droop from a prominent central disk that resembles a sombrero. This fun plant blooms from summer through fall and looks best when massed in a sunny border. Attractive seed heads extend the season of interest into winter and are a boon to the birds.

Zones: 4 to 9

Family: Asteraceae

Type: Deciduous Perennial

Height: 12 to 36 in.

Spread: 12 to 18 in.

Exposure: Full Sun

Soil Conditions: Average, Dry To Medium, Well-drained

Bloom Time: July to October

Native Range: Alberta to Minnesota south to Arkansas, New Mexico and Mexico