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Rudbeckia hirta 'Kelvedon Star'
Also Known As
- Kelvedon Star Gloriosa Daisy
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Rudbeckia hirta 'Kelvedon Star' plant details
Rudbeckia hirta 'Kelvedon Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer chocolate and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rudbeckia hirta 'Kelvedon Star'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: chocolate and yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rudbeckia hirta 'Kelvedon Star'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Rudbeckia hirta 'Kelvedon Star'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- chocolate
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
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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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- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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