Long blooming native with large golden daisy-like flowers. Aging foliage can be cut back to 6″ for a flush of new growth if desired. Rudbeckia hirta is often short lived but reliably self-sows. Attracts native bees, beneficial wasps and butterflies. 36″ Botanical Name- Rudbeckia h Indian Summer Pronunciation- rud-BEK-ee-uh h Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Golden Yellow Bloom Time- July – September Companion Plants- Gaillardia ‘Arizona Red Shades’ – bold color duo for sun 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
