Ratibida 'Mexican Hat' (Ratibida columnifera 'Mexican Hat')

Ratibida 'Mexican Hat,' scientifically known as Ratibida columnifera 'Mexican Hat,' a delightful perennial that will add a touch of whimsy and color to your garden. Also With its distinctive, cone-shaped brown centers surrounded by drooping red and yellow petals, this flower resembles a sombrero, hence the name "Mexican Hat."

So Growing up to 2 to 3 feet tall, it forms a lovely clump of blooms, creating a unique and eye-catching display.

It is a favorite of pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for wildflower meadows and naturalized areas, this resilient species thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.

Embrace the charm of it and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the beauty and diversity of nature.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Ratibida columnifera 'Mexican Hat'
• Height: 12-36 in 
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Red/Yellow
• Bloom Season: Spring/Fall
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Colorado Native Plant
• Native Habitat: Praries, Meadows, and open woodlands

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Ratibida 'Mexican Hat' (Ratibida columnifera 'Mexican Hat') in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom. Giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Ratibida 'Mexican Hat' (Ratibida columnifera 'Mexican Hat'), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Also  using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!