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Prairie coneflower

Ratibida columnifera

Photo by Small Wonders
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Field Notes

Description:

common names: Long-headed coneflower, Mexican hat, Prairie coneflower.
U.S. native.
Zones: 3-10.
Height: 1-3 feet.
Spread: 1-3 feet.
Bloom time: June – October.
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Other nectar insects, Birds.

Habitat:

Light: Full Sun
Moisture: Dry to Medium
Native Habitat: Prairie, Meadows, Roadsides

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Comments (1)
Apple
Awesome plant! I might have to try these out in my garden.

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Midwestern gardens
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PublishedNovember 9, 2011

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