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Tall Manna Grass vs Upright Prairie Coneflower

Glyceria grandis

Ratibida columnifera

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Tall Manna Grass
Upright Prairie Coneflower

Manna Grass and other waterside plants are an excellent way to prevent erosion and provide habitat and forage for animals. The difference is that Manna Grass looks better doing it! With distinctive purple grains at the top of its stalks, Manna Grass adds a splash of color to the waterside that most other aquatics can't offer.

Manna Grass is good for returning disturbed sites to nature and provides nourishment to many animals, except for cattle who find it toxic.

Upright Prairie Coneflower is a native perennial wildflower known for its vibrant flowers, which range from golden yellow to dark rust-red with yellow edges. Rising on tall, slender stems, the flowers’ drooping petals surround a central cone. They bloom from midsummer into fall, attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. After blooming, the florets on the cone eventually develop into seeds, which provide a food source for birds.

Its upright growth habit allows it to grow in clusters, creating a striking display. Due to its deep taproot, Upright Prairie Coneflower is drought tolerant, making it well suited to dry areas and xeriscape gardens. Low-maintenance and deer-resistant, this wildflower is a great choice for adding vibrant color and ecological value to any landscape.

As a perennial, it dies back to the crown each winter, it will regrow from the base in the spring. Avoid disturbing the crown during late winter to ensure healthy growth the following season.

Tall Manna Grass Quick Facts

Upright Prairie Coneflower Quick Facts

Zone: 1a
Zone: 3b
Height: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Height: 0.6 m (2.0 ft)
Spread: 0.6 m (2.0 ft)
Spread: 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
Moisture: wet
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Flowers: purple
Flowers: golden yellow sometimes with red-brown; has long central cone
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: very fast
Life span: short
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: none



Toxicity: toxic to cattle

Other Names: american manna grass, reed manna grass
Other Names: long-headed coneflower, prairie coneflower, red-spike mexican-hat, yellow prairie coneflower