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Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherokee Sunset'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 70 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherokee Sunset' (black-eyed Susan) bears brown blooms during mid summer to mid-fall. This plant has deep green foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherokee Sunset' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions The growth rate of Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherokee Sunset' (black-eyed Susan) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.