
cutleaf coneflower
Rudbeckia laciniata 'Hortensia'
Overview
The Cutleaf Coneflower, or Rudbeckia laciniata 'Hortensia', is a hardy perennial with eye-catching, divided green leaves. Bright yellow daisy-like flowers with lacy petals and dark brown centers bloom from mid-summer to late fall. Growing up to 8 ft. tall and wide, this plant should be planted in an area with plenty of room to spread. Thriving in full to partial sun and average soil, it produces more flowers when exposed to higher levels of sunlight. Cutleaf Coneflower attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators and provides stunning and unique late summer and fall color to the garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Frequent — every "3-4" days.
Light
Full sun Partial sun Shade.
Soil
Loamy Clay Humus
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, June, July, August.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Root Cutting, Stem Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Butterflies.
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