Mexican Hat Flower Seeds – Ratibida columnifera

Mexican Hat Flower Seeds – Ratibida columnifera

The Mexican Hat Flower is a striking perennial known for its unique, cone-shaped central seed head surrounded by vibrant, drooping red or yellow petals. Also called Upright Prairie Coneflower, this plant adds an eye-catching touch to any garden with its bright, bold colours. Perfect for wildflower gardens, borders, and meadow-style plantings, Mexican Hat is highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established.
Each packet contains 2000 seeds.

Planting Instructions:

• Sowing Time: Spring to early summer (after the last frost)

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, dry to moderately fertile soil

• Sowing Depth: 5-10mm deep

• Spacing: 25-30cm apart

• Germination Time: 14-21 days

• Flowering Time: 10-12 weeks from sowing (blooms typically appear in summer)

Growing Tips:

• Mexican Hat Flowers are drought-tolerant and thrive in poor, dry soils.

• Water moderately during germination and early growth but avoid overwatering once established.

• Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming throughout the growing season.

• Excellent for attracting pollinators, especially bees and butterflies.

• Ideal for wildflower gardens, prairie-style plantings, and naturalized spaces.