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Dwarf Red Coneflower Seeds

Ratibida columnifera

5.00 (5 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing into the surface of the soil since this plant needs light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually takes 3-4 weeks. The seeds can also be started indoors 8-10 weeks before planting in spring. Keep seedlings lightly moist, and transplant them as soon as they have developed several leaves.

Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established, and control weeds. When grown from seed, these plants usually begin blooming in their second year. Mature plants tolerate drought well and flourish in fairly dry soil, though they will benefit from occasional watering in dry weather. The blooming period tends to be longer with occasional watering. Mature plants can be divided every 2-3 years for healthy growth. This plant attracts butterflies and repels deer, as well as growing well in rocky, sandy, or clay soil. It makes an excellent choice for hot, dry areas.

Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.

Seed Saving: After the petals fall from the blossom, the cone will darken and develop ripe seed. As soon as the seed turns nearly black and can be rubbed loose from the cone, cut the ripe cones from the plant and spread them to dry. Thresh the plant material to separate the seed from the stems. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Long-head Coneflower, Grey Headed Coneflower, Upright Prairie Coneflower, Red Hats, Thimble flower, Columnar Prairie Coneflower, Mexican Hat

Latin Name: Ratibida columnifera

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 52,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: Red, Yellow

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Dwarf Red Coneflower Seeds 5.0
Review By Dan

Quality seeds

I buy from Everwilde because they have a good selection of quality seed; dated and well-packaged, with quick delivery. We have a 1.5 acre wildflower field, to which we continue to add additional flowers. We mow it in late October, then broadcast new seeds for winter and then spring germination. Many of these flowers have popped up throughout the field.

Dwarf Red Coneflower Seeds 5.0
Review By Nichole

EVERY SEED CAME UP

I ordered these back in December 2021. Live in South Florida, so planted out right away. Within 9 days, every single seed came up, and with diligence. I know they take two years to bloom, but it will be worth the wait. The seedlings are very vigorous, and at the time of this posting, are about 1" across. In another month I will transplant them out. Really sturdy stock, excellent germination. Thanks Everwilde, I'm a believer. :)

Dwarf Red Coneflower Seeds 5.0
Review By Darwin P

Hope they grow here

Love the packaging. I won't plant these until late-fall/early-winter and then won't know until next year.

Dwarf Red Coneflower Seeds 5.0
Review By Laurie B

Great Packaging

I'm excited to plant these seeds. It's the first time I've received a mylar seed packet and so beautifully decorated

Dwarf Red Coneflower Seeds 5.0
Review By Robyn Shelby

glad to find Everwilde

I ordered 3 packets of wild flower seeds to put down this fall. I have a small space and don't need to buy seed by the pound, I was glad to find such an assortment of seeds in small quantities from Everwilde. The service was excellent, I am excited to see my wild flowers next spring.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~2,000 Seeds) $3.25 Notify Me
1 Oz Mylar (~52,000 Seeds) $8.20 Notify Me
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $18.00 $16.97 Notify Me
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $51.00 Notify Me
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $229.50 Notify Me
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $408.00 Notify Me
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $969.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

This native dwarf wildflower bears a deep red flower beneath a long brown cone. This perennial does well in hot, dry areas, and is pretty easy to grow.
Native coneflowers have a reputation for establishing themselves in soil that few other plants would tolerate. They have a long-lived persistence, and also attract butterflies and songbirds. English naturalist Thomas Nuttall first documented this species on one of his many expeditions throughout western America. The Latin name "columnifera" means "column," referring to the prominent center of each blossom.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing into the surface of the soil since this plant needs light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually takes 3-4 weeks. The seeds can also be started indoors 8-10 weeks before planting in spring. Keep seedlings lightly moist, and transplant them as soon as they have developed several leaves.

Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established, and control weeds. When grown from seed, these plants usually begin blooming in their second year. Mature plants tolerate drought well and flourish in fairly dry soil, though they will benefit from occasional watering in dry weather. The blooming period tends to be longer with occasional watering. Mature plants can be divided every 2-3 years for healthy growth. This plant attracts butterflies and repels deer, as well as growing well in rocky, sandy, or clay soil. It makes an excellent choice for hot, dry areas.

Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.

Seed Saving: After the petals fall from the blossom, the cone will darken and develop ripe seed. As soon as the seed turns nearly black and can be rubbed loose from the cone, cut the ripe cones from the plant and spread them to dry. Thresh the plant material to separate the seed from the stems. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Long-head Coneflower, Grey Headed Coneflower, Upright Prairie Coneflower, Red Hats, Thimble flower, Columnar Prairie Coneflower, Mexican Hat

Latin Name: Ratibida columnifera

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 52,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: Red, Yellow

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 5 reviews
5.0

Review By Dan

Quality seeds

I buy from Everwilde because they have a good selection of quality seed; dated and well-packaged, with quick delivery. We have a 1.5 acre wildflower field, to which we continue to add additional flowers. We mow it in late October, then broadcast new seeds for winter and then spring germination. Many of these flowers have popped up throughout the field.

5.0

Review By Nichole

EVERY SEED CAME UP

I ordered these back in December 2021. Live in South Florida, so planted out right away. Within 9 days, every single seed came up, and with diligence. I know they take two years to bloom, but it will be worth the wait. The seedlings are very vigorous, and at the time of this posting, are about 1" across. In another month I will transplant them out. Really sturdy stock, excellent germination. Thanks Everwilde, I'm a believer. :)

5.0

Review By Darwin P

Hope they grow here

Love the packaging. I won't plant these until late-fall/early-winter and then won't know until next year.

5.0

Review By Laurie B

Great Packaging

I'm excited to plant these seeds. It's the first time I've received a mylar seed packet and so beautifully decorated

5.0

Review By Robyn Shelby

glad to find Everwilde

I ordered 3 packets of wild flower seeds to put down this fall. I have a small space and don't need to buy seed by the pound, I was glad to find such an assortment of seeds in small quantities from Everwilde. The service was excellent, I am excited to see my wild flowers next spring.