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Blue Moon Wisteria vs Upright Prairie Coneflower

Wisteria macrostachya Blue Moon

Ratibida columnifera

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Blue Moon Wisteria
Upright Prairie Coneflower

Blue Moon Wisteria is a striking, flowering vine, and the hardiest of the wisterias. Up to three times in one growing season you can expect showy, fragrant, lavender-blue flowers.

Make sure you plan your site as this vine requires a structure to support its mature weight. Try planting close to a post, trellis, or fence.

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.

Blue Moon Wisteria Quick Facts

Upright Prairie Coneflower Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 3b
Height: 5 m (18 ft)
Height: 0.6 m (2.0 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Spread: 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Flowers: blue/purple strings of flowers
Flowers: golden yellow sometimes with red-brown; has long central cone
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: very fast
Life span: medium
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: none



Toxicity: can be toxic to cats, dogs, and horses when consumed

Other Names: long-headed coneflower, prairie coneflower, red-spike mexican-hat, yellow prairie coneflower