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Posted 01/08/2023 in Perennial

Rudbeckia hirta 'Prairie Sun'

An award-winning biennial, Rudbeckia hirta 'Prairie Sun' features golden-yellow petals at the base with softer lemon-yellow at the edge around a contrasting light green center. The long-lasting blooms are not favored by deer and beloved by butterflies.

Post Details

Latin Name
Rudbeckia hirta 'Prairie Sun'
Common Name
Gloriosa Daisy
Planting Zone
Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
2.5-3 ft
Spread
1.5-2 ft
Suggested Uses
Cottage Garden
Potential Pests
Powdery mildew, slugs, and snails

Plant Story

An award-winning biennial, Rudbeckia hirta 'Prairie Sun' features golden-yellow petals at the base with softer lemon-yellow at the edge around a contrasting light green center. The long-lasting blooms are not favored by deer and beloved by butterflies.

Special Care Instructions

Set out after last-frost date. Self-seed. Tolerates heat and drought.

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