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Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-20"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' plant details

Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze, chocolate and orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze, chocolate and orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rudbeckia hirta ‘Toto® Rustic’ displays large, black-eyed Susan flowers in shades of rusty brown with gold. An upright hardy perennial that is great for cut flowers. Easy to grow. Plant in flower beds and mixed containers. Rudbeckias thrive in most any well-drained soil. Remove spent flowers for continuous blooms.

Gardening facts about Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' plant

How to Grow Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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