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Gloriosa Daisy

Scientific name: Rudbeckia hirta
Taxonomy
Family:Asteraceae
Type:Herbaceous perennials
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 10
Plant Characteristics
Height:3 ft
Width:2 ft
Bloom:Summer flowers
Bloom Time:June to August
Bloom Color:Yellow
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Gloriosa daisies are a strain of black-eyed Susan that was developed in the United States, and is now grown world-wide. Gloriosa daisies are actually biennials or short-lived perennials, but are often grown as annuals because they bloom the first year.

  Morphology:
This form of daisy features petals in shades of yellow, gold, and mahogany. The center of the flower is brown. Bloom is often 6” inches across and comes in both single and double forms. The plants are very erect and have thick stems which may grow up to 3’ high.

  Adaptation:
Gloriosa daisies are superb, long-lasting cut flowers and cutting encourages the plants to send out more blossoms. They grow well in almost any soil, in full sun or part shade and look good in beds and borders.

  Pests:
None reported.

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