The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Rudbeckia hirta. These vigorous, frost-hardy perennials produce gorgeous big flower faces in their first season with an array of beautiful bicolors in shades of red and yellow, warm mahogany, rich auburn and golden yellow. Sturdy and sun-loving, Cappuccino is both heat and drought tolerant. Butterflies adore the bright summer/fall blossoms and they make long-lasting, festive cut flowers. Irresistible Cappuccino received the prestigious Fleuroselect award in Europe for beauty, productivity and top garden performance.[1]
Seed Type
| Organic | Heirloom | Non-GMO | Hybrid | Open-pollinated | Untreated |
Additional Information
| Container Friendly | Trellis Needed | Easy to Grow | Pollinator Friendly |
Planting Season
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Growing Conditions
| Light | Temperature | Soil | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Sun | USDA hardiness zones 4-9 | Well-draining | As needed |
Planting Tips
| Plant Spacing | Plant Size | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 12-18" | 2-2.5' tall |
- Additional instructions: These sturdy tetraploid Rudbeckias are easy to grow, naturalize well and require little maintenance other than removing faded flowers for longest bloom. Once established, they can handle a wide range of weather conditions and will bloom stronger each season. Plants send up long stems of 3 to 4 inch daisy-shaped blossoms in an array of warm colors and bicolors beginning at midsummer. Caution- The species is toxic to cats, when ingested.[1][2]
- Harvesting instructions:
Common Diseases and Pests
- Pests: Leafhoppers, tarnished plant bug, lacebugs, thrips, cucumber beetles
- Disease: Leaf spot
Useful Resources
- https://www.reneesgarden.com/products/rudbeckia-cappucino (seed source)
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rudbeckia_hirta
- https://homeguides.sfgate.com/rudbeckia-pests-25894.html
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