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Prairie Glow Rudbeckia Plant

12.99
  • - Black-eyed Susan, Gloriosa Daisy
  • - Height: 3-4 feet
  • - Hardiness Zone: 5-8
  • - Exposure: Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: July-October
  • - Each Quart contains 1 Prairie Glow Rudbeckia Plant
Plant Features

The Prairie Glow Rudbeckia plant offers irresistible, burnt orange flowers that are tipped in yellow, all surrounding  chocolate colored eyes. It is best grown as an annual, however it may self-sow!

Our Rudbeckia Plants are grown with attention to quality and free from harmful chemicals, ensuring they are safe for your garden and beneficial to local wildlife. Guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to thrive!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Best planted in spring or fall, but can be established in summer with proper watering

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water regularly when first planted; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings once established
  • - Tolerant of drought once mature, but performs best with consistent moisture

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
  • - Avoid heavy feeding, as Rudbeckia thrives in lean soil conditions

Pruning and Training:

  • - Deadhead spent flowers to extend blooming season
  • - Cut back to the ground in late fall or early spring to encourage healthy regrowth

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Generally pest and disease resistant, though can occasionally attract aphids
  • - Provide good air circulation to prevent mildew

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Blooms from mid-summer through early fall

Light Requirements:

  • - Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade in hotter climates

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Hardy in USDA zones 3-9, tolerates both heat and light frost

Companion Plants for Rudbeckia:

  • - Echinacea: Complements Rudbeckia’s bold flowers with its purple hues and pollinator appeal
  • - Penstemon: Adds vertical interest with tall flower spikes
  • - Monarda: Attracts pollinators and pairs well with Rudbeckia’s yellow tones
  • - Achillea: Offers a delicate texture and long-lasting blooms
  • - Salvia: Adds vibrant blue or purple spikes to contrast with Rudbeckia’s warm shades
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 6+ hours
Soil Moisture Moist
Soil Properties Well-drained
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Tall
Mature Spread 2-3 feet
Habit Upright
Flower Color Orange, Yellow
Foliage Color Green
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Wild Birds
Features Cut Flower, Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Butterfly Garden, Container Garden, Cottage Garden, English Garden, Fall Garden, Pollinator Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging
Critter Resistance Deer, Rabbit
Pet Friendly Yes
Plant Type Hybrid
Tolerates Clay soil, Sandy soil
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