Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers'
coneflower
Found colonising a railway embankment in the USA by a retired horticulturalist, this beautiful coneflower has finely quilled ray florets (petals), which surround a rounded, orange-brown cone.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' is perfect for adding late colour to mixed or herbaceous borders, and it will also make a fine companion for ornamental grasses.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' is perfect for adding late colour to mixed or herbaceous borders, and it will also make a fine companion for ornamental grasses.
How to care for Rudbeckia subtomentosa Henry Eilers:
Rudbeckia thrive in full sun and well-drained soils, avoiding waterlogged conditions in winter. Improve heavy or clay-based soils by incorporating generous amounts of compost or other organic matter prior to planting.
Protect young growth from slugs and snails, as they can quickly decimate tender new foliage. Once established, Rudbeckia are generally low-maintenance, but benefit from occasional division, in late autumn or early spring, to rejuvenate congested clumps.
As the flowers emerge, provide support by installing ring stakes or placing brushwood around the base of the plants. This helps to prevent flopping, especially for taller varieties or those in more exposed gardens.
Protect young growth from slugs and snails, as they can quickly decimate tender new foliage. Once established, Rudbeckia are generally low-maintenance, but benefit from occasional division, in late autumn or early spring, to rejuvenate congested clumps.
As the flowers emerge, provide support by installing ring stakes or placing brushwood around the base of the plants. This helps to prevent flopping, especially for taller varieties or those in more exposed gardens.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.2m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers'
coneflower
Found colonising a railway embankment in the USA by a retired horticulturalist, this beautiful coneflower has finely quilled ray florets (petals), which surround a rounded, orange-brown cone.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' is perfect for adding late colour to mixed or herbaceous borders, and it will also make a fine companion for ornamental grasses.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' is perfect for adding late colour to mixed or herbaceous borders, and it will also make a fine companion for ornamental grasses.
How to care for Rudbeckia subtomentosa Henry Eilers:
Rudbeckia thrive in full sun and well-drained soils, avoiding waterlogged conditions in winter. Improve heavy or clay-based soils by incorporating generous amounts of compost or other organic matter prior to planting.
Protect young growth from slugs and snails, as they can quickly decimate tender new foliage. Once established, Rudbeckia are generally low-maintenance, but benefit from occasional division, in late autumn or early spring, to rejuvenate congested clumps.
As the flowers emerge, provide support by installing ring stakes or placing brushwood around the base of the plants. This helps to prevent flopping, especially for taller varieties or those in more exposed gardens.
Protect young growth from slugs and snails, as they can quickly decimate tender new foliage. Once established, Rudbeckia are generally low-maintenance, but benefit from occasional division, in late autumn or early spring, to rejuvenate congested clumps.
As the flowers emerge, provide support by installing ring stakes or placing brushwood around the base of the plants. This helps to prevent flopping, especially for taller varieties or those in more exposed gardens.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.2m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
-
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.