About
A rhizomatous perennial that bears yellow, daisy-shaped flowerheads in late summer. These have central green discs and reflexed yellow petals that are held on tall wiry stems above deeply-divided foliage.
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
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile but well-drained soil, in full sun. Plants will benefit from staking well before the flowers appear. Suitable for large gardens. See staking perennials for further advice
PruningCut back stems after flowering or leave for winter interest
PropagationPropagate by separating rhizomes in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free