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Posted 04/18/2023 in Perennial

Rudbeckia fulgida

Shiny, deep green foliage. Smaller and finer than Rudbeckia 'Goldsturm' with 10 weeks of flowers from July into October. Excellent cut flower. Provides late summer nectar for butterflies and seeds in the winter for birds.

Post Details

Latin Name
Rudbeckia fulgida
Common Name
Orange Coneflower
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-3 ft
Spread
2-2.5 ft
Suggested Uses
Perennial Border
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Shiny, deep green foliage. Smaller and finer than Rudbeckia 'Goldsturm' with 10 weeks of flowers from July into October. Excellent cut flower. Provides late summer nectar for butterflies and seeds in the winter for birds.

Special Care Instructions

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms. Plants spread slowly by rhizomes

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