Rudbeckia hirta 'Laura' | Laura Black-Eyed Susan
DESCRIPTION
Rudbeckia hirta 'Laura' is a stunning cultivar of the native black-eyed Susan, distinguished by its vibrant yellow petals that radiate with warm orange tones. This variety adds a lively pop of color to sunny garden beds and naturalized landscapes, bringing the cheerful hues of late summer and fall to life. Its bright blossoms stand out beautifully on sturdy stems, making it a reliable choice for seasonal interest in any garden.
Blooming from midsummer to early fall, 'Laura' is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies to its open, daisy-like flowers. Its sunny presence and bold color make it a perfect fit for mixed borders, cottage gardens, or wildflower meadows, where its resilience adds a welcoming touch to seasonal displays.
DESCRIPTION
Rudbeckia hirta 'Laura' is a stunning cultivar of the native black-eyed Susan, distinguished by its vibrant yellow petals that radiate with warm orange tones. This variety adds a lively pop of color to sunny garden beds and naturalized landscapes, bringing the cheerful hues of late summer and fall to life. Its bright blossoms stand out beautifully on sturdy stems, making it a reliable choice for seasonal interest in any garden.
Blooming from midsummer to early fall, 'Laura' is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies to its open, daisy-like flowers. Its sunny presence and bold color make it a perfect fit for mixed borders, cottage gardens, or wildflower meadows, where its resilience adds a welcoming touch to seasonal displays.
DESCRIPTION
Rudbeckia hirta 'Laura' is a stunning cultivar of the native black-eyed Susan, distinguished by its vibrant yellow petals that radiate with warm orange tones. This variety adds a lively pop of color to sunny garden beds and naturalized landscapes, bringing the cheerful hues of late summer and fall to life. Its bright blossoms stand out beautifully on sturdy stems, making it a reliable choice for seasonal interest in any garden.
Blooming from midsummer to early fall, 'Laura' is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies to its open, daisy-like flowers. Its sunny presence and bold color make it a perfect fit for mixed borders, cottage gardens, or wildflower meadows, where its resilience adds a welcoming touch to seasonal displays.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 1-2 feet tall
Width: Spreads about 1-1.5 feet wide
Foliage color: Green, with coarse, lance-shaped leaves
Flower color: Bright golden-yellow petals
Bloom time: Midsummer through early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to encourage continued blooming and maintain appearance
Growing zone: USDA Zones 3-8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators; seed heads also attract birdsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
