Black-eyed Susan - Indian Summer

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Black-eyed Susan - Indian Summer

The Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’, Rudbeckia hirta, is an easy to grow perennial with large flower heads of golden yellow with dark eyes that bloom form July to September. Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’ has a plant spread of 12-18” and a height of 34-48”. The dark green foliage sits at the bottom on the tall daisy-like flowers and turns to mahogany in the fall. ‘Indian Summer’ in an AAS winner, and one can see why. ‘Indian Summers’ need to be grown in full sun in somewhat moist soil conditions in a well-drained area. It is great in borders, for cut flowers or for naturalized areas. Rudbeckia attracts butterflies, provides food for birds in the winter and is mildew-resistant. Plant in masses with Veronica ‘Goodness Grows’ or with ornamental grasses. ... details

 

Verbena Babylon - Light Blue The family of Babylon Verbenas is also one of the most mildew resistant in the Verbena family of flowers. This Light Blue Verbena has a mounding and cascading habit with a fantastic display of colorful flowers. These free flowering varieties are prize picks for hanging baskets, flowing out over the edge of pots or window sill boxes.

Black-eyed Susan - Indian Summer