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Coneflower
Large, 3-4" flowers on towering plants highlight the late season garden. Attracts butterflies, especially monarchs, and makes a stunning cut flower. Beautiful planted with ornamental grasses and tall asters for a dramatic autumn display.
Companion Plants
Coneflower
Switch Grass
Wild Bergamot
Plant Details
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Common name
Coneflower
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Botanical name
Rudbeckia nitida
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Variety
na
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Zone
USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
5-7' (1.5-2.1 m)
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Habit
Upright
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Feed
Use all-purpose
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Water
Weekly during dry spells
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Bloom Color
Yellow
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Bloom Time
Summer-fall
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Maintenance
Remove spent blooms
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Frank L.'s collection
- Randi S.'s collection