Rudbeckia Summerina Orange ('Et Rdb 01'PBR) (Summerina Series)
coneflower [Summerina Orange]
A bushy upright, clump-forming herbaceous perennial to 60cm with lance-shaped somewhat toothed dark green hairy leaves. It produces numerous large flowers with orange petals, becoming darker rusty orange towards the base around a brown central cone. This variety incorporates the appearance of a Rudbeckia and the hardiness of an Echinacea and flowers over a long period from summer into autumn.
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Brown | Green | ||
| Autumn | Orange Brown | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Rudbeckia may be annuals, biennials or rhizomatous herbaceous perennials, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads with yellow or orange rays surrounding a prominent conical disk
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained or moist, but well-drained, moderately fertile soil in a sunny spot or light dappled shade. Able to tolerate drought once established
Propagation
Propagate by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Prairie planting
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back stems that have flowered or leave for winter interest
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey moulds if air circulation is poor
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