Discover the Rare Rudbeckia ‘Henry Eilers’ Sweet Coneflower

The Rare Rudbeckia ‘Henry Eilers’, or Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia Subtomentosa), is a delightful perennial plant that brings a touch of native Missouri to your garden. Thriving in moist prairies and streambanks, this plant offers daisy-like flowers with vibrant yellow rays and dark brownish-purple center disks. Its mild anise aroma gives it the name ‘sweet coneflower’, making it a sensory delight.

Growing to a height of 3-5 feet, the Sweet Coneflower features gray-green, toothed leaves, with the lower leaves being 3-lobed and downy below. Blooming from summer to early fall, this plant provides long-lasting color and texture to your landscape. It’s perfect for adding height and visual interest to borders, cottage gardens, and native plant gardens.

Benefits of Growing Sweet Coneflower: This plant is not only beautiful but also practical. It attracts pollinators, benefiting your entire garden ecosystem, and it’s deer-resistant, protecting it from unwanted grazing. Its ability to withstand hot and humid summers, as well as some drought, makes it a low-maintenance option for various climates. Removing spent flowers encourages even more blooms throughout the season.

The Rare Rudbeckia ‘Henry Eilers’ thrives in medium-moisture, well-drained loamy soils in full sun. Good air circulation is beneficial. Each seedling comes in a 2″ X 2″ X 3.5” container. Please note that plants may arrive with few or dried leaves due to dormancy or transportation stress. However, with proper care and planting, they will flourish within 2-3 weeks.

We take great care in packing and shipping healthy plants. If you experience any issues upon arrival, please provide photos of the package and plants within 24 hours. While we cannot be responsible for issues beyond our control, such as delayed shipping, we are committed to ensuring your satisfaction and a happy gardening experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How tall will the ‘Henry Eilers’ Sweet Coneflower grow? This plant typically reaches a height of 3 to 5 feet.
• What are the ideal growing conditions for Sweet Coneflower? It thrives in full sun and well-drained loamy soil.
• Is the Sweet Coneflower deer-resistant? Yes, this plant is known for being deer-resistant.
• What USDA hardiness zone is suitable for growing this plant? It is hardy to zone 4.
• How often should I water the Sweet Coneflower? Water regularly to establish, then water during dry periods.