Gray-headed Coneflower
Ratibida pinnata
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 22, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Gray-headed Coneflower
Gray-headed Coneflower (Ratibida pinnata) is a tall, prairie-native perennial with reflexed yellow petals drooping from an elongated gray central cone. Blooming summer through fall, it attracts bees, butterflies, and birds to its seeds. Hardy to USDA Zone 3 and native to northern Florida, it is an excellent drought-tolerant choice for NE Florida pollinator gardens in well-drained soil. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer, Fall
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Clay, Well-drained
Care essentials
Grow Gray-headed Coneflower in full sun for best bloom; it tolerates light afternoon shade. In NE Florida heat, adequate sun with good air circulation prevents crown rot.
Very drought-tolerant once established; water deeply at planting and during extended dry periods in the first season. Avoid overwatering or poorly drained sites — wet feet are the primary cause of failure in NE Florida.
Thrives in average to poor, well-drained loam or clay-loam soils; does not require fertilization. Rich or overly amended soils promote floppy growth. No supplemental fertilizer needed in typical NE Florida landscapes.
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Common questions
Is Gray-headed Coneflower a good plant for St. Augustine?
Gray-headed Coneflower is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3–5 ft × 1–2 ft.