Name: Rudbeckia

Botanical Name: Goldsturm

Zone: 4-11

Soil: Average.

Exposure: Full Sun, light shade

Bloom Time and Color: Bright Golden Yellow - Mid Summer to Fall

Description: A very hardy perennial for a full sun to partially shady area. Once established, Rudbeckia require very little care. Bright golden yellow petals surround dark brown centers. Plants can grow 18-36" tall with a 12-24" spread. Great for beds, borders or meadow areas. Plants produce numerous flowers that fill the garden and fresh cut arrangements. Similar to the native "Black Eyed Susan", Goldsturm provides larger and more numerous flowers. Goldsturm was the 1999 Perennial Plant Association's Plant of the Year!

Care: Doesn't need much care. Easy to grow, very hardy.