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Giant Cone Flower Rudbeckia maxima | Bright yellow, daisy-like flowers attract pollinators | Perennial garden plant, deer resistant, cut flower | Full sun, well-drained soil 1 Gallon (Pack of 8)

Giant Cone Flower Rudbeckia maxima | Bright yellow, daisy-like flowers attract pollinators | Perennial garden plant, deer resistant, cut flower | Full sun, well-drained soil 1 Gallon (Pack of 8)

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SKU:pe1g827-alt3-redcrocus

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Giant Cone Flower maxima Rudbeckia maxima

Description

A tall, perennial ornamental grass featuring large, bright yellow daisy-like flowers with prominent dark centers, blooming from midsummer to early fall. Its sturdy stems and lush foliage create striking visual interest in gardens and borders.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for perennial borders, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, cut flower arrangements, and naturalized meadow plantings.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Rudbeckia maxima
  • Common Name: Giant Cone Flower
  • Size & Growth: 4-6 ft tall, 2-3 ft wide; clumping growth habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous, large lance-shaped leaves
  • Bloom Time: Mid to Late Summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Bees, Butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, in large pots
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With: Grasses, Echinacea, Monarda

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost or in early fall in well-drained soil.
  • Soil Moisture: Moderate, keep evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soils with good drainage.
  • Humidity: Average garden humidity.
  • Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming; cut back in late fall.
  • Winter Care: Mulch for protection in colder zones; otherwise, hardy.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at a depth similar to the root ball.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-season.
  • Special Care: Provide staking if necessary for tall varieties.
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