large coneflower
Rudbeckia maxima 'Golda Emanis'
Overview
The Large Coneflower (Rudbeckia maxima 'Golda Emanis') is an impressive flowering perennial which produces bold yellow blossoms with deep bronze-orange centers. It's an elegant flower which grows to between 45-90 cm and blooms from mid-summer to early autumn. The Large Coneflower is deer and rabbit resistant and very easy to maintain. It's suited to both garden and wildflower meadows and when cultivated in the proper conditions, it will keep coming back year after year. Its upright stems and low profile help it to mix well with many other species of plants and make it an excellent choice for small city gardens.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimum — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 4-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in May.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Root Cutting, Stem Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies.
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