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Description
Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange, commonly known as black-eyed Susan, is an herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America and is a popular garden plant due to its stunning yellow and orange blooms.The plant grows up to 60 cm tall and has a spread of 45 cm. The leaves are lance-shaped, green in color and hairy. The flowers are daisy-like with a dark center and bright orange-yellow petals. The blooms appear from mid-summer to early fall and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Rudbeckia |
Appearance
Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange has lance-shaped, green, hairy leaves that grow up to 15 cm long. The flowers are daisy-like with a dark center and bright orange-yellow petals. The blooms appear from mid-summer to early fall and can reach up to 10 cm in diameter. The plant grows up to 60 cm tall and has a spread of 45 cm.
Care Guide
Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange is a low maintenance plant that requires moderate care.Water: The plant prefers well-draining soil and needs regular watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange prefers full sun exposure to partial shade.Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.
Common Pests & Diseases
Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may be susceptible to powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spot. Pests such as aphids and spider mites may also attack the plant.
Habitat
Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange is native to North America and can be found growing in meadows, prairies, and open woods. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun exposure.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange a perennial or an annual plant?
A: Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange is a herbaceous perennial plant.Q: How tall does Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange grow?
A: Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange can grow up to 60 cm tall.Q: What is the blooming period of Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange?
A: The blooms of Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange appear from mid-summer to early fall.Q: What is the hardiness zone of Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange?
A: Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.
Related Plants
Other species of Rudbeckia include:
- Rudbeckia Fulgida
- Rudbeckia Maxima
- Rudbeckia Laciniata
- Rudbeckia Hirta ‘Cherry Brandy’
References
- Rudbeckia Hirta Chocolate Orange. Missouri Botanical Garden. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a680.
- Rudbeckia Hirta. North Carolina State University. https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/rudbeckia-hirta.
- Rudbeckia. Royal Horticultural Society. https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/10916/Rudbeckia/Details.
