Gray-headed Yellow Coneflower
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Ratibida pinnata
Commonly known as Gray-headed Coneflower, Grayhead Coneflower, Grayhead Mexican Hat, Pinnate Prairie Coneflower, Yellow Coneflower.
Typically occurs in dry woods, prairies and along railroad tracks and roads. Features pinnately divided leaves (to 5" long) on stiff stems growing 3-5' tall. The composite flowers have a dull-gray central disk in the shape of an elongated cylinder (1 inch long), somewhat resembling the crown of a slender sombrero. When bruised, the disk smells of anise. Attached to the bottom of the disk is a brim of 3-7, extremely reflexed (downward pointing), bright yellow ray flowers (to 3" long). Long summer bloom period.
Grow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers clay or sandy soils. Tolerates poor, dry soils. Drought-tolerant once established to to its deep tap root.
Height: 3'-5'
Spread: 1.5'-2'
Bloom: May - September
Light: Full Sun - Part Shade
Water: Low - Medium
Zone: 3 - 8
Origin: Central North America
Spring Shipping:
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Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
