{"product_id":"100-prairie-coneflower-seeds-heirloom-non-gmo-wildflower-for-garden-planting","title":"100 Prairie Coneflower Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO Wildflower for Garden Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrairie Coneflower, also known as upright prairie coneflower or Mexican hat, is a hardy native wildflower prized for its distinctive cone-shaped centers and drooping petals. Its bright yellow to reddish-brown blooms resemble small sombreros, adding a unique, naturalistic touch to meadows, pollinator gardens, and wildflower plantings. This heirloom, non-GMO variety is easy to grow from seed and provides season-long color with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrairie Coneflower is a favorite among gardeners seeking low-water, native plants that support bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, prairie restorations, and cottage garden borders. Its long bloom period and tolerance for heat and drought make it a reliable performer in a wide range of climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, non-GMO seeds for sustainable gardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive cone-shaped centers with drooping petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerant of heat, drought, and poor soil once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong bloom season from early summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ratibida columnifera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial wildflower (often grown as annual in colder zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to medium; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold stratification recommended; surface sow, light needed for germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow Prairie Coneflower seeds directly outdoors in late fall or early spring, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. For indoor sowing, press seeds lightly into the soil surface without covering, as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 14-30 days at 65-70°F. If starting indoors, cold stratify seeds for 30 days before sowing to improve results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant to a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space plants 12-18 inches apart. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. After establishment, Prairie Coneflower is drought tolerant and requires little supplemental water. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, or leave seed heads for birds. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 Prairie Coneflower seeds (Ratibida columnifera). Heirloom, non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739752923446,"sku":"EDNA-197","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7798874388_o6xt.jpg?v=1792115090","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/100-prairie-coneflower-seeds-heirloom-non-gmo-wildflower-for-garden-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}