The brilliant Red petals tilting away from the prominent center is suggestive of a Mexican Sombrero. A good meadow or garden flower adds unique beauty to any arrangement. 20-24" tall. Origin: US Native Wildflower Other Common Names: Red-Spike Mexican-Hat, Upright Prairie Coneflower Duration: Perennial Bloom Time: Late Summer Height: 24 in to 36 in Spacing: 15 in to 18 in Light: Full Sun Soil Moisture: Medium to Dry USDA Zone: 3a-10b Germination: No pre-treatment needed. Sow seeds just below soil surface at 70F and water. Zones 3-10 . All seeds are packaged and for the current growing season. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER SEED LISTINGS