About
A compact, clump-forming perennial, to around 50cm high, with branching stems and lance-shaped, toothed dark green leaves. Daisy-like flowers, with narrow, golden yellow petals and dark brown central cones, are produced from late summer to early autumn.
About the genus
Rudbeckia may be annuals, biennials or rhizomatous herbaceous perennials, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads with yellow or orange rays surrounding a prominent conical disk
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming, Bushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Prairie planting, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, evenly moist soil; plants have some tolerance for drought once established. Flowering is best in full sun. Divide every 3-5 years to maintain vigour. See rudbeckia cultivation for more detailed advice
PruningDeadhead regularly. Can be cut back in autumn, though stems and seedheads persist well and can provide structure in winter
PropagationPropagate by division of established clumps in autumn or spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, and to slugs on young growth
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to powdery mildews