Rudbeckia subtomentosa ‘Henry Eilers’
Rudbeckia 'Henry Eilers' forms unique, bright yellow quilled petals with brown centres on tall stems in summer.
Description:
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' has finely quilled flowers of true yellow, not gold, and is stunning in a mass planting. Basal leaves appear in early spring and flowering stalks begin their ascent in June, reaching five to six feet and full flower by August, often staying in bloom into September.The leaves of Rudbeckia subtomentosa are sweetly scented with a subtle vanilla fragrance. Great cut flower with its unique appearance, sturdy straight stems and long vase life. Named after the man who discovered it.
Common Name: Sweet Coneflower
Family: Asteraceae (The Aster/Daisy Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-8
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour: Brown
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Low meadows, open slopes, stream banks, and prairies.
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Geogrpahical Origin: Americas - North America
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