Displaying stunning, daisy-like flowers in a variety of yellows, browns, oranges and reds, Rudbeckia are delightful additions to your August garden. They work wonderfully in containers, borders as well as summer bedding.


Rudbeckia Varieties

Rudbeckia ‘Smileyz Laughing

Rudbeckia 'Smileyz Laughing'
Flowering timeSummer
Sun requirementsFull sun/partial shade
HardinessHardy in mild parts of the UK
SizeGrows to approx. 100cm x 50cm spread

Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Little Goldstar

Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar'
Flowering timeSummer – autumn
Sun requirementsFull sun/partial shade
HardinessHardy in all parts of the UK
SizeGrows to approx. 50cm x 50cm spread

Rudbeckia fulgida var sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’

Rudbeckia fulgida var sullivantii 'Goldsturm'
Flowering timeSummer – autumn
Sun requirementsFull sun/partial shade
Hardiness Hardy in all parts of the UK
SizeGrows to approx. 100cm x 50cm spread

Rudbeckia ‘Smileyz Tiger

Rudbeckia 'Smileyz Tiger'
Flowering timeSummer – autumn
Sun requirementsFull sun / partial shade
HardinessHardy in mild parts of the UK
SizeGrows to approx. 100cm – 50cm spread

Rudbeckia Smileyz Kissing

Rudbeckia 'Smileyz Kissing'
Flowering timeSummer – autumn
Sun requirementsFull sun / partial shade
HardinessHardy in mild parts of the UK
SizeGrows to approx. 100cm – 50cm spread

Growing Guide

Rudbeckia fulgida var sullivantii 'Goldsturm'

Planting

They are best planted in spring in fertile soil that will maintain moisture and prefer full sun, in fact, the more sun, the better they flower!

Pruning

Rudbeckias are best cut back any time after they’ve finished flowering, it is preferable if you wait for Spring when the new shoots appear. Lift and divide the shrub every 3-5 years to promote healthiness within the plant.


Planting Ideas

Rudbeckia fulgida var sullivantii 'Goldsturm'

They look stunning when integrated into a summer border that features Salvia and Verbena where the yellow can pop against the blues and purples.


Rudbeckia Fact

  • Can grow in areas that are damaged by natural disasters, including fires, as they are ‘pioneer plants’.