‚Sahara‘

created by Hyldeblomst at 10.04.2023

Seed packet

Features

Location

planting: bed

planting: outdoor

planting: house wall / wall

light: sunny to semi-shady

Season Overview

Sowing

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

A

S

O

N

D

1ST YEAR

FOLLOWING YEARS

Description

Rudbeckias belong to the Asteraceae family. There are 20-23 species. They are cultivated as ornamental plants. They grow herbaceously and grow between 0.5-3 m tall. They can be annual, biennial or perennial. Due to their similar appearance, there is often confusion between coneflowers (Echinacea) and rudbeckias (Rudbeckia). The original rudbeckias had yellow flowers, but there are now also flowers in other colors.

Non hybrid

Frostproof

Growing tips

Divide every 4-5 years in spring. Taller species are best supported by a shrub ring. Only cut back in spring. Should not be left too dry as they will then easily topple over. Also good with red yarrow, sunflower, grasses or torch lilies. Propagate in spring by seed, division or cuttings. Most species are hardy. Insect and bird-friendly. Perennial plants can be planted out earlier than annuals. Do not plant out in frosty or very wet conditions. Fertilize once a year in spring.