Ratibida pinnata

Gray-headed Coneflower

Yellow flowers with long, recurved narrow petals below an elongated dark disk. The flowers are smaller but have a look similar to that of Echinacea paradoxa. Can grow to 5′. Food source for birds, bees.

  • Height: 3' – 4'
  • Width: 18" – 24"
  • Soil Conditions: Dry
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Bloom Time: July, August, September
  • Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Drought Tolerant
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun
  • Native Plant Community

    • Dry Prairie
    • Mesis Prairie
  • Flower Color

    • Yellow
  • Flower Hue

    • Medium
  • Flower Type

    • Head
  • Flower Height

    • 3' to 4'
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Medium
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 2"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Dry
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Fast
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg