
Mexican Hat Flower
This striking perennial features tall, upright stems topped with columnar yellow flowers, offering strong vertical interest and a vibrant splash of summer colour. Flowering from summer into early autumn, it creates a dramatic focal point in borders, wildflower meadows, or naturalistic gardens.
Its sturdy, upright habit provides structure and movement, making it ideal for pairing with softer, mounding perennials or grasses. Thriving in well-drained soil, it prefers full sun and tolerates heat and drought, making it a low-maintenance, resilient choice for sunny gardens.
The bold, golden flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting biodiversity while adding dynamic visual impact. Over time, it forms dense clumps that enhance its presence and performance, offering long-lasting beauty throughout the growing season.
Perfect for gardeners seeking dramatic structure, bright summer colour, and ecological value, this plant combines resilience, vertical elegance, and prairie-inspired charm, enriching any garden with energy, texture, and natural beauty.
Description and Attributes
Product Code
RAXMH
Genus
Ratibida
Species
Columnifera
Botanical Name
Ratibida columnifera
Height
60-100cm
Width
30-60cm
Flower Timing
Spring to Autumn
Seasonality
Summer catalogue
Climate
Cool to Sub-Tropical
Availability - Quarantine
Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania
Pot size
10cm
Frost hardiness
Half Hardy
Aspect
Full Sun to Semi Shade
Water needs
1
Supplied as
Pots













