Rudbeckia

Easy to grow and available in fiery shades of yellow, gold, orange and deep cherry red, Rudbeckia hirta (or Black-Eyed Susan to her friends) will bring a vibrant warmth to your borders, beds and containers – from late summer right through until the first frosts. 

At J.Parker's, our rudbeckia hirta plants come in a range of sizes. Different varieties grow to different heights, so there’s something for everyone. Rudbeckia ‘Prairie Glow’ is tall with burnt orange petals – good for adding height at the back of a border. The RHS award-winning and ever-popular Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’ is more compact and looks great at the front of the border or in pots. 

FAQs:

  • Where to plant rudbeckia 
    Rudbeckia thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, so it’s ideal for garden beds, borders and wildflower areas. Plant en masse or beside other perennials for a cheerful display of colour in your outdoor space. Rudbeckia make great cut flowers too – perfect for bringing that outdoor summer cheer indoors. 
  • Companion plants for rudbeckia hirta
    If you’re planting rudbeckia hirta in pots or containers, they’ll work well as a stand-alone statement display or beside plants like echinacea and gazania. For beds and borders, try adding sedum and ornamental grasses to add interest throughout your garden display
  • Growing rudbeckia 
    Rudbeckia are low maintenance and really easy to grow, so they’re popular with beginner and experienced gardeners alike. Plant them when the soil is warm (May-June) and give them plenty of water to begin with. Once they’ve settled in, they’ll be resilient and drought-resistant. Deadhead to prolong the flowering season and either cut the foliage back in autumn or leave it to enrich your wildlife garden. Browse our rudbeckia hirta collection here and buy your favourite varieties today.