Overview
Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' is a upright perennial in the genus Rudbeckia, part of the Asteraceae family, with green foliage. Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, cut flowers and pollinator garden. It is native to Georgia, Idaho, Manitoba, Michigan, Tennessee, North Carolina, Nebraska and New Jersey.
About
Rudbeckia hirta, commonly called black-eyed Susan and yellow coneflower, is a North American flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It grows to 1 metre tall with daisy-like yellow flower heads.
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About the genus
Rudbeckia is a plant genus in the Asteraceae or composite family. Rudbeckia flowers feature a prominent, raised central disc in black, brown shades of green, and in-between tones, giving rise to their familiar common names of coneflowers and black-eyed-susans. All are native to North America, and many species are cultivated in gardens for their showy yellow or gold flower heads that bloom in mid to late summer.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rudbeckia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Cut flowers, Pollinator garden
- Native to
- Georgia, Idaho, Manitoba, Michigan, Tennessee, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; deadhead to prolong flowering; drought tolerant once established
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'?
Prefers well-drained soil; deadhead to prolong flowering; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'?
Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' need?
Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
Is Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' hardy in the UK?
Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'?
Seed, Division.
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More in the Rudbeckia genus
- Rudbeckia fulgidablack-eyed Susan
- Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm'Black-eyed Susan
- Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamiiDeam's coneflower
- Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantiiSullivant's coneflower
- Rudbeckia laciniatacut-leaved coneflower
- Rudbeckia laciniata 'Golden Glow'Golden Glow
- Rudbeckia mollisSoft Rudbeckia
- Rudbeckia nitidashining coneflower
