& Ratibida columnifera Red Midget 1 Seed Packet

Ratibida Columnifera Red Midget is a hardy perennial that will brighten up the garden from summer to autumn with its fun flowers. This variety may be small, but it will not disappoint. Also known as the Mexican Hat this variety produces daisy-like flowers are curiously shaped with a large central cone surrounded y rusty-red petals with a yellow edge. After flowering in its first year from seed this variety will be shorted lived but will self-seed. Perfect for planting in a sunny position this variety is drought tolerant. Perfect for garden borders this plant is highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinating insects. Height and Spread: 50cm (20”). Sow Ratibida seed from September to April. Sow seed at a depth of 2mm (1/16in) in a tray of good quality seed compost and gently firm down. Seal seed trays inside a plastic bag or place in a heated propagator at a daytime temperature of around 20C (68F). At night allow the temperature to drop to ambient levels as this aids germination. Germination usually takes 21-40 days. Keep the compost moist but not saturated. Position: Full sun Height: Up to 50cm (20in) when fully established Spread: Up to 50cm (20in) when fully established Supplied as 1x Ratibida Columnifera Red Midget Seed Packet. Delivered with growing and care instructions Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes. Features: Ratibida Columnifera Red Midget is a drought- resistant variety that is sun loving making a sensational addition to a sunny border This Variety produces blooms in tones of brick-red with yellow edging each resembling a mini sombrero This Ratibida will flower in the first year from July to September, a self-seeding variety that is perfect for planting in garden borders Supplied as 1x Ratibida Columnifera Red Midget Seed Packet Supplied with T&M's very own cultural instructions on how to care for your seeds Specifications: Model Number: KB9808