Prairie Sun Rudbeckia
- Unique Green Centers
- Long Bloom Season
- Pollinator Garden Favorite
Prairie Sun Rudbeckia
Lush Foliage
Forms a healthy clump of green foliage that provides a fresh backdrop for its bright summer blooms.
Sunlight
Thrives in full sun, producing the strongest stems and the most abundant flowering display.
Flowering
Delivers large golden-yellow blooms with distinctive green centers from early summer into fall.
Prairie Sun Rudbeckia
A standout black-eyed Susan selection featuring large golden-yellow flowers with soft primrose-yellow tips and unique green centers. Its bright blooms, upright habit, and extended flowering season make it a colorful addition to borders, pollinator gardens, and sunny landscape plantings.
Why choose Prairie Sun Rudbeckia?
Key Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Rudbeckia hirta ‘Prairie Sun’
- Common Name: Prairie Sun Rudbeckia, Prairie Sun Black-Eyed Susan
- Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial often grown as an annual or short-lived perennial
- Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Prairie Sun Rudbeckia Additional Information
Prairie Sun Rudbeckia is celebrated for its unusually large daisy-like flowers that can reach several inches across. Each bloom features a prominent green central cone surrounded by golden-yellow petals that fade gently to lighter yellow at the tips. Flowering typically begins in early summer and continues into fall, creating a long-lasting display of warm color.
The plant forms upright, branching stems with green foliage that complements surrounding perennials and ornamental grasses. Spent flowers may be removed to encourage continued blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Prairie Sun is especially effective in pollinator gardens, sunny borders, cutting gardens, and mass plantings where its bright flowers can be appreciated from a distance. As temperatures cool, flowering gradually slows, while seed heads can provide additional seasonal interest. Its adaptable nature and dependable performance make it a useful choice for gardeners seeking extended color with relatively low maintenance.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Plant in a location that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Use well-drained soil and provide enough room for air circulation between plants.
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FAQs
How large does Prairie Sun Rudbeckia grow?
Plants typically reach about 30 to 36 inches tall with a spread of approximately 18 to 24 inches, creating a nicely upright presence in garden beds.
When does Prairie Sun Rudbeckia bloom?
Blooming generally begins in early summer and continues through late summer into fall, providing an extended season of color.
Does Prairie Sun Rudbeckia need full sun?
Yes. Full sun produces the best flowering performance, strongest stems, and most vibrant flower coloration.
Is Prairie Sun Rudbeckia suitable for pollinator gardens?
Yes. The flowers are attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects, making it an excellent addition to pollinator-friendly landscapes.
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- Flowering
Full Sun
Thrives
| Mature Height | 3-10' |
| Mature Spread | 0-5 ft |
| Growth Rate | Fast, Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Rudbeckia hirta 'Prairie Sun' |
| Bloom Time | Early Fall, Early Summer, Mid Summer |
| Deer Resistant | Usually |
| Flower Color | Yellow/Orange |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Needs | Full Sun |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Size | #1 Container |
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| Rating | ||||||
| Mature Height | 25' - 40' | 40' - 100' | 1' - 3' | 1' - 3' | 3-10' | 1' - 3' |
| Mature Spread | 10-20 ft | 20+ ft | 0-5 ft | 0-5 ft | 0-5 ft | 0-5 ft |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Fast | Moderate | Moderate, Slow | Fast, Moderate | Moderate |
| Bloom Time | Mid Summer | Late Spring, Mid spring, Early Spring | Late Spring, Mid spring | Late Summer, Mid Summer | Early Summer | Early Summer |
| Deer Resistant | Usually | Usually | Usually | No | Usually | Usually |
| Family | Lamiaceae | Vitaceae | Saxifragaceae | Asparagaceae | Saxifragaceae | Saxifragaceae |
| Flower Color | Green | Green, White | Pink | Blue/Purple | Pink | Pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Light Needs | Full Sun, Partial Sun | Full Sun, Partial Sun | Full Sun, Partial Sun | Full Sun, Partial Sun | Full Sun, Partial Sun | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Maintenance | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low |
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