Sahara rudbeckia
Rudbeckia hirta 'Sahara'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size20 to 22 inches tall
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Yellow, rose
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Sahara' rudbeckia (Rudbeckia hirta 'Sahara') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. The yellow and rose blooms suit small bouquets and design work, and butterflies, bees, and birds visit them. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal. The plant also tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with PowWow White coneflower, Little bluestem, Culver’s root, and Nodding onion.