Ratibida columnifera f. pulcherrima 'Red Midget' - SeedsColumn Flower, Prairie Coneflower

Sow Ratibida seed from September to April. Sow seed at a depth of 2mm (1/16in) in a tray of good quality seed compost and gently firm down. Seal seed trays inside a plastic bag or place in a heated propagator at a daytime temperature of around 20C (68F). At night allow the temperature to drop to ambient levels as this aids germination. Germination usually takes 21-40 days. Keep the compost moist but not saturated.

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. When Ratibida plants are well grown and all risk of frost has passed, acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days. Transplant outdoors in full sun on well-drained soil at a distance of 30cm (12") apart.

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