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Rudbeckia laciniata (Cutleaf Coneflower)

Green-headed Coneflower, Greenhead Coneflower, Cutleaf Coneflower, Wild Goldenglow, Sochan, Cut-Leaved Coneflower, thimbleweed, Rudbeckia fulgida 'Lacinata'

Rudbeckia Laciniata, Green-headed Coneflower, Greenhead Coneflower, Cutleaf Coneflower, Wild Goldenglow, Sochan, Cut-Leaved Coneflower, thimbleweed, Rudbeckia fulgida 'Lacinata'
Rudbeckia Laciniata, Green-headed Coneflower, Greenhead Coneflower, Cutleaf Coneflower, Wild Goldenglow, Sochan, Cut-Leaved Coneflower, thimbleweed, Rudbeckia fulgida 'Lacinata'

Rudbeckia laciniata (Cutleaf Coneflower) is a rhizomatous perennial boasting bright yellow flowers from mid-summer to mid-fall. Very tall, this late flowering Coneflower features large daisy blossoms, 3-4 in. across (7-10 cm), with broad, drooping, glowing golden petals surrounding a prominent pale green conical center that turns brown as it matures. Attractive to butterflies and pollinating insects, the blossoms rise atop wiry stems above the deeply-divided foliage of light green leaves. Its attractive seedheads further extend its season of interest and will be visited in the fall and winter by birds that will feast on them. Cutleaf Coneflower spreads rampantly by underground rhizomes and is only appropriate for large landscapes.

  • Grows up to 3-9 ft. tall (90-270 cm) and 2-4 ft. wide (60-120 cm). Can spread aggressively by underground rhizomes.
  • Performs best in full sun or part shade in average, moist, well-drained soils. In shade or under dry conditions, the plant tends to get leggy and flop, so it may require staking to hold it upright. Tolerates wet soils and seasonal flooding.
  • Great at the back of borders, in cottage gardens, or in prairies and meadows.
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Deer resistant.
  • Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. Cut back in autumn. May need staking
  • Propagate by division in spring or autumn. Divide plants by separating rhizomes in spring or late autumn.
  • Native to North America.
  • Best Shade Plants for Texas Yards (That Actually Thrive, Not Sulk)

Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Compositae
Genus Rudbeckia
Common names Coneflower, Cutleaf Coneflower, Sochan
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late), Fall
Height 3' - 9' (90cm - 270cm)
Spread 2' - 4' (60cm - 120cm)
Spacing 36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm)
Maintenance Average
Water Needs Average, High
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Native Plants United States, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Northeast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, Rocky Mountains, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Idaho, Washington, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming
Tolerance Deer, Wet Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Compositae
Genus Rudbeckia
Common names Coneflower, Cutleaf Coneflower, Sochan
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late), Fall
Height 3' - 9' (90cm - 270cm)
Spread 2' - 4' (60cm - 120cm)
Spacing 36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm)
Maintenance Average
Water Needs Average, High
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Native Plants United States, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Northeast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, Rocky Mountains, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Idaho, Washington, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming
Tolerance Deer, Wet Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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