• Rudbeckia laciniata
  • Perennial
  • Zones 5–9
  • Yellow
  • Single

Herbstsonne

Autumn Sun

Perennial rudbeckia laciniata black-eyed Susan in yellow, blooming in early summer, midsummer, and late summer. Single flowers 3 to 4 inches across with drooping yellow rays and an elongated bright green center cone. USDA zones 5–9.

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A Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant
A Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant

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Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden
Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden

At a glance

Flower form
Rudbeckia laciniata Single · 3–4 in (8–10 cm)
Colors
  • Yellow
Blooms
Early summer, Midsummer, Late summer
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
5–7 ft (152–213 cm) Spread: 2–3 ft (61–91 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
USDA zones 5–9 Perennial
Planted as
Plant
Botanical name
Rudbeckia laciniata

In the garden

  • Butterflies
  • Seldom severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)

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Origin

German name meaning autumn sun. Missouri Botanical Garden notes it is sold as a cultivar of either Rudbeckia nitida or R. laciniata, and some experts consider it a hybrid of the two.

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  • A Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant
    A Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant
  • Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden
    Herbstsonne black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden

Questions

Is Herbstsonne hardy in my zone?

Herbstsonne survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 5 to 9. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.

Does Herbstsonne need full sun?

Herbstsonne grows in full sun.

When does Herbstsonne bloom?

Herbstsonne blooms in early summer, midsummer, and late summer.

Is Herbstsonne good for cutting?

Our sources don't list Herbstsonne as a cut flower or give a vase life for it.

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A American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant American Gold Rush Leaf spot resistant hybrid rudbeckia with golden yellow flowers, 22 to 24 inches, July until frost. Other speciesMidsummerMedium height
A Autumn Forest black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Autumn Forest Annual black-eyed Susan with 5 inch blooms in red, yellow and mahogany shades. Rudbeckia hirtaLate springMedium height
A Cherry Brandy black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Cherry Brandy Compact black-eyed Susan with single wine-red flowers 3 to 4 inches across. Rudbeckia hirtaEarly summerMedium height

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