Rudbeckia 'Gloriosa'

Rudbeckia 'Gloriosa' (Rudbeckia hirta) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine

Rudbeckia 'Gloriosa' is a vibrant and robust perennial that brightens up the garden with its warm yellow, orange and mahogany flowers . With its extended bloom from late July until the first frost , it attracts a multitude of butterflies and pollinators , contributing to a thriving ecosystem.

With a height of 90 cm to 1.20 m , it adds structure and color to flowerbeds , while being very easy to grow . Its ability to flower in the first year and to re-seed naturally makes it a valuable ally for rustic and naturalized gardens.

Characteristics of the variety

Type : Hardy perennial (grown as a biennial in cold climates)
Plant habit : Erect and bushy
Height : 90 cm to 1.20 m
Maturity : Flowering in the first year
Flower color : Yellow, orange and mahogany
Flowering period : End of July until frost
Attraction : Nectar plant for butterflies and pollinators
Use : Flowerbeds, borders, cut flowers
Hardiness : Zone 3 (excellent resistance to cold)
Quantity per sachet : ±500 seeds
Origin : Organic seeds produced at Catherine’s Ornamental Vegetable Garden
Special feature : Reseeds naturally, easy to maintain

Cultivation method

?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Sowing : Indoors mid-April or directly in May
?? Sowing depth : 1 mm (surface lightly covered)
?? Germination temperature : 18-22°C
? Germination time : 10 to 20 days
?? Spacing : 25 cm between plants
?? Watering : Regular upon installation, tolerates drought well once established
?? Maintenance : Remove faded flowers to prolong flowering

With ideal conditions, the 'Gloriosa' rudbeckia guarantees a bright and lively garden , perfect for attracting butterflies and enjoying spectacular flowering .

Use and special features

?? A must-have for the naturalized garden
Easy to grow, it comes back every year thanks to its ability to re-seed spontaneously .

?? A long and vibrant flowering
Its bright and warm flowers liven up the garden until the first frosts , offering an uninterrupted spectacle .

?? An ally for pollinators
A valuable source of nectar, it attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects .