Rudbeckias in Gariochsford

Rudbeckia spp.

Rudbeckia
Rudbeckia · Rudbeckia spp.

Hardy border perennial grown for bold yellow and orange daisy flowers. In the UK it flowers well in a sunny, free-draining spot and makes a good cut flower if you keep deadheading through the season.

75 cm · Full Sun · Moderate Water

Add to garden

Calibrated to Gariochsford · last frost ≈ 27 May

Plant out March to May. Frost risk September to May.
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Growing guide

Step-by-step instructions for growing Rudbeckia

  1. 01

    Plant Out

    28 Mar to 27 May

    Plant young plants around 28th March - 27th May in a sunny, free-draining spot. Set them at the same depth they were in the pot, space them apart, and water in thoroughly straight after planting.

  2. 02

    Water Until Established

    27 Apr to 25 May

    Keep the soil evenly moist from 27th April through 25th May while the roots settle. Water at the base in dry spells, especially in containers, but avoid leaving the compost sodden.

  3. 03

    Deadhead Flowers

    11 Jul to 21 Sept

    Start deadheading from 11th July and keep going until 21st September. Remove faded blooms back to a side shoot or leaf joint to keep the plant flowering for longer.

  4. 04

    Cut Back Stems

    7 Sept to 21 Oct

    After flowering finishes, cut back tired stems from 7th September to 21st October. Leave the crown intact and trim to tidy growth rather than cutting hard into the base.

Companion plants

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Good companions

Plants to avoid

Why companion planting matters

Companion planting can deter pests, improve pollination, and make better use of space. Some plants confuse pests or attract beneficial insects; others improve soil or offer shade to neighbours that need it.

Suggested varieties

Popular varieties of Rudbeckia to consider

Goldsturm

Compact, well-known perennial with rich golden yellow flowers and a long flowering season.

Prairie Sun

Large yellow flowers with a green centre, good for cutting and late colour.

Cherry Brandy

Deep red to burgundy flowers on sturdy stems, often grown as a short-lived perennial or annual in the UK.

Rudbeckia guides by town

See how Rudbeckia timing shifts in other towns with different frost dates.