Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers'

Sweet Coneflower

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Common Name: 

Sweet Coneflower

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

15°C

Maximum height: 

150 cm

Maximum width: 

90 cm

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Description

A new look for an old time favorite! Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' will dazzle your garden with golden yellow flowers with unique quilled petals and brown button centers. The flowers resemble the spokes of an old wagon wheel and are very exotic looking. 'Henry Eilers' is a very upright and sturdy grower which makes it an excellent candidate for the back of the border.

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Blooming

Blooms daisy-like flowerheads with conical centers between summer and fall. The florets are often reflexed, and mainly exhibit shades of yellow and orange-red.

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Growth

Annuals, biennials, and perennials. Rudbeckias do well in full sun or partial shade. The flowers of most species of Rudbeckia are suitable for cutting. Rudbeckia also works well in a border, or naturalized into a meadow or woodland garden. R. hirta is particularly nice as an annual for bedding or borders.

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Planting

Sow perennial seeds in containers in a cold frame in fall or spring. Divide perennials in fall or spring. Sow annual and biennial seeds at 61-64°F (16-18°C) in spring.

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Pest

Slugs and snails are a threat to young growth. Rudbeckia is also prone to aphids, powdery mildew, leaf spots, rust, and smut.

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Interesting facts

Rudbeckia is native to North America. There are 20 known species. They are called coneflowers, because of their conical centers that can be black, brown, or green.

Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers') - Soil and irrigation

Rudbeckias prefer moderately rich, heavy, well-drained soils that do not dry out. R. fulgida var. deamii tolerates dry conditions the best compared to other species.

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