Little Gold Star Coneflower Plants
The details
Coneflower / Black-Eyed Susan
Pot Grown Herbaceous Perennials- Colour: Bright yellow, with black centres.
- Flowering: late June/July to October.
- Foliage: Neat, pointed, mid-green.
- Height x spread: 50cm x 40cm
- Position: Sun or partial shade.
- Soil: Any, moist, well drained soil.
- RHS Plants for Pollinators
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Description
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Gold Star'. 2-Litre Potted Plants
Black-eyed Susan is known for her late summer cheer, and Little Gold Star absolutely celebrates in bright yellow almost all Summer and into early Autumn. Due to its compact size, this variety is recommended for pots and near the front of your border.
Features
- Colour: Bright yellow, with black centres.
- Flowering: late June/July to October.
- Foliage: Neat, pointed, mid-green.
- Height x spread: 50cm x 40cm
- Position: Sun or partial shade.
- Soil: Any, moist, well drained soil.
- RHS Plants for Pollinators
Growing Rudbeckia
They're easy to grow in moderately fertile soil that is moist, well-drained but doesn't dry out - ideal for improved clay in sun or light shade.
Their compact size makes them suitable for containers in courtyard gardens or on the patio.
Cut back the previous year's growth in Spring.
Cultivation Instructions
Plant in sun or light shade in moist but well-drained soil. Add organic matter and space 45cm apart. Water well until established and during dry spells. Suitable for containers. Feed with a general fertiliser in spring. Protect young growth against slugs. Deadhead. Divide in spring or autumn. Support with twiggy branches or brushwood before flowers appear.