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Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii

Also Known As

  • Rudbeckia fulgida deamii
  • Rudbeckia fulgida var deamii
  • CONEFLOWER

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 4b-9b

Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii plant details

Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii

USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A splendidly resilient and easy-going flower, large and exceptionally cheery yellow-orange rays circling black cone flowers rise above the dark-green thick leaves on hairy stems to decorate this 2-3' tall prairie wildflower from July to frost; much loved by butterflies and songbirds! S/M

Gardening facts about Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii plant

How to Grow Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 18"-40"

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Zones

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Size

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