An easy-to-grow, native Rudbeckia with masses of 1 – 2″ flower heads. Plants grow 30 – 36″ with a 2′ spread. Less disease prone than R. ‘Goldsturm’. Attracts pollinators, butterflies, and songbirds. Botanical Name- Rudbeckia f deamii Pronunciation- rud-BEK-ee-uh f Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Golden Yellow Bloom Time- Late summer – fall Companion Plants- Purple Coneflower ‘Magnus’ – classic purple-gold synergy Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (including Monarch nectaring), seed-eating birds (goldfinches) Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP24 Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead to extend blooming; cut back stems in late fall and fertilize lightly. Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back to the ground in late fall. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Avoid over-fertilizing in clay to maintain sturdy stems. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, rust
