Orange Coneflower (Rudbeckia fulgita)

Sold in 4.5″ (1qt) pots Light: Full sun Soil Moisture: Medium Bloom Time: June to September Height x spread: 2-3 ft x 1-2 ft Flower: Showy, yellow with dark brown center Tolerate: Drought, deer, clay soil A perennial relative to black-eyed susan, orange coneflowers are common and spread easily in the garden. They are coarse and hairy. In the summer through early fall, they bloom with bright yellow-orange petals. No serious insect or disease problems, except they can be susceptible to powdery mildew. Deer tend to avoid this plant. Best planted in groups.