Add a touch of whimsy to your garden with our Mexican Hat seeds. This tough and beautiful North American native wildflower is famous for its unique, sombrero-shaped flowers. The prominent central cone is surrounded by drooping, graceful petals in shades of deep red and sunny yellow. A true prairie classic, Mexican Hat is incredibly low-maintenance, thriving in heat, drought, and poor soils. It's a fantastic choice for wildflower meadows, naturalized areas, or any sunny, dry garden spot.
⭐ What you'll love
Unique and charming flowers shaped like little sombreros.
A beautiful mix of fiery red and yellow petals.
An extremely tough and drought-tolerant native plant.
A favorite of native bees and other beneficial pollinators.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Mexican Hat (Ratibida columnifera)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Perennial
Height: 1-3 feet
Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year, or first if started early.
USDA Zone: 3-10
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall or early spring.
Depth: Press seeds lightly into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate.
Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers well-draining soil and is not picky about quality.
Watering: Keep soil moist until germination. Mature plants are very drought-tolerant.
✅ Our seed packets
Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
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