Rudbeckia californica

Also Known As

California Coneflower

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

H: 2'-6'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rudbeckia californica plant details

Rudbeckia californica is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rudbeckia californica

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rudbeckia californica

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This gorgeous wildflower is native to the moist meadows and streambanks of the Sierra Nevada and Klamath Mountains of California. This perennial forms a basal clump of large bright-green, pointed leaves; glorious 2-5' stalks rise above the leaves topped with sunny, bright-yellow, brown centered flower-heads. This is a wonderfully easy-care perennial for the wild or butterfly garden. S-PSh/M-W