Sweet ConeflowerRudbeckia subtomentosa
a.k.a. Brown-eyed Susan
Native, perennial herb with very attractive, yellow flower heads in profusion atop dark green, glossy leaves. Grows in bunches. Well suited for many restorations of stream banks, ditches, prairies, and other sites with peat, heavy, or sandy soil. A beautiful plant for landscape designs and rain water gardens.
USDA symbol: RUSU
General Information
| Plant Type | Forb |
|---|---|
| Height | 3 to 4 feet |
| Light Exposure | Sun, Part Sun |
| Soil Moisture | Medium |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
Tolerances
| Flooding / Inundation Tolerance | Moderate |
|---|---|
| General Resilience | 7 |
| Salt Tolerance | Medium |
| Stress Tolerance | General Disturbance |
Pollinator Value: Very High
| Bloom Months | July to August |
|---|---|
| Larval Host of | Bees |
| Specific Pollinators Hosted | Numerous bee species |
| Pollinator Benefit | Insect Pollinated, Provides Nectar, Supports Generalists |
Project Planning
| Project Type | Sandy or Engineered Soils, Shoreline Buffer |
|---|---|
| Coefficient of Conservatism | 7 |
| Herbivore Sensitivity | Low |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Rate of Spread | Slow |
| Soil Stabilization | Shallow |
| Vegetative Reproduction | Clonal |
Range
| County | Mower |
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