Large Coneflower is a tall native herbaceous perennial with an upright clumping habit and paddle shaped blue green foliage. The daisy-like flowers have slightly drooping yellow petals with tall dark brown center cones that rises 2-6" high and bloom through summer. Flowers best in full sun and consistent moisture. Heat and humidity tolerant.
Type: |
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Origins: |
South and Southeast US; GA Native |
Height: |
5' - 7' |
Spread: |
3’ - 4' |
Spacing: |
3.5' |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 9 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Watch for powdery mildew, slugs and snails.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Native Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Russian Sage, Hibiscus, Daylily
IMAGE: peganum from Henfield, England, Rudbeckia maxima (9491853011), CC BY-SA 2.0