The name means Autumn Sun, perfect for the yellow-rayed flowers of Rudbeckia laciniata Herbstsonne. Its a tall, imposing, clump-forming, herbaceous perennial which grows up to 66/2m tall, ideal in drifts at the back of a large border or beside a pond. The leaves are divided, and mid-green. In August and September, and often into October, large, single, citrus-yellow flowers are borne singly at the top of the branching stems; the slightly drooping, ray florets (petals) surround a bright-green cone of fertile florets. The flowers are good for cutting, and are very attractive to butterflies. The conical seed-heads, which are very ornamental, are a magnet for goldfinches. A tough, low-maintenance perennial which will make a big clump where its happy, coneflower Herbstsonne holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Any moist but well-drained soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Season of interest: Late summer and autumn
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: eventually 66 (2m) Spread: 3 (90cm)
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Rudbeckia laciniata ‘Herbstsonne’, also known as Autumn Sun, is a towering perennial that brings luminous golden-yellow colour to the garden from August to October (sometimes into November). The bold flowers feature green central cones and rise above lush, matching foliage to around 2m tall.
Unlike many tall varieties, Herbstsonne retains its lower leaves while in bloom, giving it a neater, more refined look. Its an exceptional choice for adding height, late-season cheer, and architectural structure to borders.
Its fairly magnificent, really.
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