Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm'
coneflower 'Goldsturm'
A herbaceous perennial forming a clump to 60cm in height, with erect stems bearing narrowly ovate leaves and dark-eyed, deep yellow flowers to 12cm across
Synonyms
Echinacea 'Yellow Storm'Rudbeckia 'Goldsturm'
see moreRudbeckia fulgida var. deamii 'Goldsturm'
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Brown Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Brown Yellow | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Rudbeckia may be annuals, biennials or rhizomatous herbaceous perennials, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads with yellow or orange rays surrounding a prominent conical disk
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in humus rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Able to tolerate drought once established. See rudbeckia cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring or autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Prairie planting
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Gravel garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
- Cut flowers
Pruning
Deadhead regularly. Can be cut back in autumn, though stems and seedheads persist well and can provide structure in winter
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews
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