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Rudbeckia auriculata

Also Known As

  • Eared Perennial Black-eyed Susan

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Rudbeckia auriculata plant details

Rudbeckia auriculata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rudbeckia auriculata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rudbeckia auriculata

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Rudbeckia auriculata plant

How to Grow Rudbeckia auriculata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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