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Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' (orange black-eyed Susan) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright yellow blooms during mid summer to mid-fall. The matte foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' (orange black-eyed Susan) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, foundation, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' (orange black-eyed Susan) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.