Mexican Hat
Mexican Hat
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Ratibida columnifera
Long-headed Coneflower, Thimbleflower
3
–
4 feet
1
–
2 feet
Central to Southwestern US
Central Texas
Texas
Full Sun
Low
Flowering
Attracts Pollinators
Birds
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About This Plant
Sun. The sombrero-shaped flower heads are familiar to any child; 3-7 drooping yellow rays surround a tall central disk. But even without flowers, Mexican hat can be recognized by its clump of leaves with long leafless stalks. It usually grows 1-1/2 feet tall but can reach up to 3 feet.
Sow seeds in the fall in sunny areas. Plants bloom in their second year.
Maintenance
None required; wait until after seeds have fallen before cutting or mowing.
Features
Plant Type:
Wildflowers
Size:
3-4' H, 1-2' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy
Wildlife:
Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Pollinators
Flower Color:
Brown, Orange, Yellow
Bloom Time:
May, June, July, August, September
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Melampodium leucanthum
Lupinus texensis, L.subcarnosus, L.havardii
Gaillardia pulchella
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