Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget' has highly saturated blooms of deep red and yellow that appear to float on airy, feathery foliage.
Description:
Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget' is a dwarf variety of this drought-tolerant prairie wildflower. Highly saturated blooms of deep maroon red and yellow appear to float on airy, feathery foliage. Great for attracting pollinators over a long period of time.
Common Name: Mexican Hat Plant
Family: Asteraceae (The Aster/Daisy Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Prairies
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Americas - North America
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