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Grey-Headed Coneflower (Seed)

Part Number:
NWGHCO
Halifax Store:
Available
Saint John Store:
Available
Latin Name:
Ratibida pinnata
Common Name:
Grey-Headed Coneflower
Hardiness Zone:
3a
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Moisture Requirements:
Well Draining Soil
Plant Height:
48-60" (121-152cm)
Bloom Colour:
Yellow
Bloom Time:
Summer
Attracts Pollinators:
Bees
Flower Use:
Garden Display
Plant Life Cycle:
Perennial
Price:
$5.99/EA
In Stock

Recognized by its drooping yellow petals. It is a favourite of bees and caterpillars of the Silvery Checkerspot butterfly and Wavy-Lined and Common Eupithecia moths feed on it as well. This native is palatable to livestock and can be used for grazing. It can be identified from other coneflowers by the licorice scent released by rubbing the flower's central disk. Approx. 200 seeds per packet.

Cold, moist stratification required. Winter sow directly outside, or mix seeds with moist substrate (vermiculite, perlite or moss) and place in a plastic bag and refrigerate for 6-8 weeks. Sow seed at 1/8 inch depth. Do not let seedling dry out while it is establishing.