Coneflower

Rudbeckia laciniata

Asteraceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Large plants reach 6' to 7' in height, with a 30" spread, and require staking at a height of 18" to 22". Flowers are bright yellow with a central raised cone; blonde seed heads are of interest after petals fall.

Source of plant

Sunny Border Ohio, Rocknoll Nursery

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

other ethnobotanical uses