Rudbeckia occidentalis 'Green Wizard'
black-eyed Susan
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, preferably heavy but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to August
- Flower colour: bright green
- Other features: toothed, mid-green leaves
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A extraordinary, tall coneflower with bright green 'petals' and prominent, almost black centres. These striking perennials are perfect for the back of a sunny border. A guaranteed talking point at summer garden parties, they make unusual and long lasting cut- flowers. - Garden care: Lift and divide congested colonies in autumn or spring. Support with ring stakes or brushwood well before the flowers appear.
- Eventual Height: 1.5m
- Eventual Spread: 0.6m