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Growing Coneflower (Rudbeckia): Easy Perennials for Sun & Self-Sowing

Rudbeckia (Coneflower) – Carefree Summer Bloomers

Pronunciation: rud-bek'ee-uh

Easy in full sun (partial shade in South). Average garden soil. R. triloba varieties thrive in dry soil too. Most are biennial but self-sow abundantly. R. 'Goldsturm' Strain can spread in warm climates, especially in light, moist soil—dig out extras in spring.

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