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Description
Ratibida Pinnata, also known as Yellow Coneflower or Grey-Headed Coneflower, is a perennial wildflower that is native to North America. This plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and has bright yellow petals with a cone-shaped disk in the center. The flowers bloom in mid-summer and continue to bloom until early fall. The leaves of the plant are pinnately divided and have a rough texture. The stem of the plant is also rough and hairy.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Kingdom| Phylum| Class| Order| Family| Genus||————|————|————|————|————|————|————|| Eukaryota| Plantae| Angiosperm | Eudicots| Asterales| Asteraceae | Ratibida|
Appearance
Ratibida Pinnata is a beautiful plant with bright yellow petals and a cone-shaped disk in the center. The flowers can grow up to 3 inches in diameter and are held on long stems above the foliage. The leaves of the plant are pinnately divided and have a rough texture. They are dark green in color and can grow up to 6 inches long. The stem of the plant is rough and hairy and can grow up to 3 feet tall.
Care Guide
Ratibida Pinnata is a hardy plant that is relatively easy to care for. Here are some tips for taking care of your Ratibida Pinnata:- Water: Ratibida Pinnata prefers well-draining soil and should be watered regularly, especially during periods of drought.- Fertilization: This plant does not require much fertilization, but you can give it a light feeding of a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.- Soil: This plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but it does not like soil that is too wet.- Sunlight: Ratibida Pinnata prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: Ratibida Pinnata is hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Ratibida Pinnata is relatively pest and disease-free, but it can be susceptible to powdery mildew and rust. Here are some tips for preventing and treating common pests and diseases:- Powdery Mildew: This fungal disease can be prevented by keeping the foliage dry and providing good air circulation around the plant. If you notice powdery mildew on your Ratibida Pinnata, you can treat it with a fungicide.- Rust: This fungal disease causes orange or brown spots on the leaves and stems of the plant. It can be prevented by keeping the foliage dry and providing good air circulation around the plant. If you notice rust on your Ratibida Pinnata, you can treat it with a fungicide.
Habitat
Ratibida Pinnata is native to North America and can be found in a variety of habitats, including prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Ratibida Pinnata be grown in containers?
A: Ratibida Pinnata can be grown in containers, but it may not reach its full height and may require more frequent watering.
Q: Is Ratibida Pinnata deer-resistant?
A: Ratibida Pinnata is relatively deer-resistant, but deer may still eat it if they are hungry.
Q: How often should Ratibida Pinnata be fertilized?
A: Ratibida Pinnata does not require much fertilization, but you can give it a light feeding of a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Q: Can Ratibida Pinnata be propagated from cuttings?
A: Ratibida Pinnata can be propagated from cuttings, but it is easier to propagate from seed.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Ratibida Pinnata:- Ratibida Columnifera- Echinacea Purpurea- Coreopsis Verticillata- Rudbeckia Hirta- Achillea Millefolium
References
– “Ratibida Pinnata.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed September 13, 2021.https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=h240.- “Ratibida Pinnata.” North Carolina State University Extension. Accessed September 13, 2021. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/ratibida-pinnata/.
