What to Expect
Let the planting develop.
A drought-tolerant prairie perennial once established, with distinctive summer flowers. Young plants may focus on root development before producing their fullest display.
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Native prairie wildflower
Prairie Coneflower
Distinctive tall cones and drooping petals for sunny prairie-style plantings and pollinator gardens.
Prairie Coneflower—often called Mexican Hat—wears its name well: a tall central cone rises above drooping petals for a silhouette you can recognize across a meadow. It is a spirited North American native for sunny prairie gardens, naturalized plantings, and pollinator-focused landscapes.
Coverage2 oz up to 2,000 sq ft · 4 oz up to 4,000 sq ft · 8 oz up to 8,000 sq ft · 1 lb up to 16,000 sq ft
SunlightFull sun.
When to PlantDirect sow in spring or fall; dormant fall sowing can provide natural winter exposure.
What you’re planting
Individual flower seed
- Prairie Coneflower
How to Plant
Prepare, sow, and press.
Sow on prepared soil and cover only lightly. Press for good seed-to-soil contact and keep evenly moist through germination; reduce supplemental water as established plants mature.
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