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Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (3.5-inch pot)
Common Name: Black-Eyed Susan, Coneflower.
Bright gold petals with a deep brown cone highlights the garden in late summer. 'Goldsturm' is a long-blooming, low maintenance perennial. Disease and pest resistant, with long lasting cut flower. Provides seeds in the winter for birds and nectar for butterflies. Adaptable to a wide variety of soil conditions in full to partial sun. Once established, spreads somewhat rapidly. Deadhead to prolong blooming season, or do not deadhead if you want winter interest and the seeds to provide a source of food for small birds.
A classic garden perennial, perfect for providing color in late summer and is especially showy in mass plantings.
1999 Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year.
Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit 1993
Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit 2002
Height: 24.0-36.0 Inches
Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
Flower Color: Gold/Orange Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Average Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer - Early Fall
Attracts Butterflies and Songbirds
Bee Friendly
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Native to North America
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' is a classic and beloved perennial known for its vibrant golden-yellow blooms and reliable performance in the garden. It is a cultivar of Rudbeckia fulgida, a species native to the eastern United States. Here is a closer look at this popular plant:
Appearance:
- Flowers: 'Goldsturm' boasts bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark brown to black central cones (hence the common name "Black-eyed Susan"). The flowers are abundant and long-lasting, providing a cheerful display from mid-summer to fall.
- Foliage: The plant features lance-shaped, dark green leaves that provide a nice contrast to the bright blooms.
- Growth Habit: It has an upright, bushy growth habit, typically reaching around 18-24 inches in height and 12-18 inches in spread.
Growing Conditions:
- Hardiness Zones: 'Goldsturm' is hardy in USDA zones 3-9, making it adaptable to a wide range of climates.
- Sunlight: It thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Soil: It grows best in well-drained soil, but it is tolerant of various soil types, including clay and sandy soils.
- Water: Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant, but it benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells.
Care:
- Deadheading: Removing spent flowers (deadheading) can encourage continuous blooming and prevent the plant from self-seeding.
- Dividing: Dividing the clumps every few years can help to rejuvenate the plant and prevent it from becoming overcrowded.
- Fertilizing: Applying a balanced fertilizer in spring can help support healthy growth and abundant flowering.
- Mulching: Mulching around the plant can help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect the plant during harsh winters.
Benefits:
- Vibrant color: The bright yellow flowers add a cheerful splash of color to the garden.
- Long bloom time: It blooms for an extended period, typically from mid-summer to fall.
- Attracts pollinators: The flowers are attractive to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.
- Deer resistant: It is generally deer resistant, making it a good option for gardens where deer are a problem.
- Low maintenance: Once established, it is a relatively low-maintenance plant.
Uses:
- Borders: It adds vibrant color and vertical interest to garden borders.
- Cottage gardens: Its cheerful flowers blend well with the informal style of cottage gardens.
- Wildflower gardens: It is a great addition to wildflower gardens, providing a natural look and attracting pollinators.
- Cut flower gardens: The long-lasting flowers make excellent cut flowers for bouquets and arrangements.
Companion Plants:
- Echinacea (Coneflower): The contrasting colors and textures of coneflowers and Rudbeckia create a visually appealing combination.
- Ornamental grasses: Ornamental grasses add movement and texture to the garden while complementing the upright form of Rudbeckia.
- Salvia: The vibrant colors and long bloom times of Salvia varieties pair well with Rudbeckia.
- Coreopsis: Coreopsis, with its similar daisy-like flowers, creates a harmonious look when planted alongside Rudbeckia.
Overall, Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' is a fantastic choice for adding a touch of sunny color to your garden. Its long bloom time, ability to attract pollinators, and low-maintenance nature make it a valuable addition to any landscape.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
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