Grow in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun. Tolerates light shade and somewhat poor soils.
This long-headed coneflower cultivar features pinnately divided leaves (to 5" long) on stiff stems typically growing 2-2.5' tall. The composite flowers have a distinctive brown to purplish-brown central disk in the shape of an elongated cylinder (2" long) which somewhat resembles the crown of a slender sombrero. Attached to the bottom of the disk is a brim of 6-14, downward pointing, rust-colored ray flowers which are edged in gold. Species name of columnifera refers to the columnar center disc, and species is commonly called Mexican hat. Long summer bloom period.
No serious insect or disease problems. Tends to flop and may need staking or other support.
Interesting plant for the sunny border, meadow or prairie. Best massed because individual plants are narrow and somewhat sparsely leafed.
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