Growing Rudbeckia (Coneflower)

Pronunciation: rud-bek'ee-uh   

Easy to grow in full sun (provide partial shade in the South).

Plant in average garden soil. R. triloba varieties thrive in dry soil, as well. Most are biennial but self-sow abundantly. R. Goldsturm Strain can spread in warm climates, especially if soil is light and moist. Dig out extra plants in spring.