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Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Early Bird Gold' PP #20,286
Pronunciation: rud-BEK-ee-uh FUL-jih-duh
SKU #07111
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 18 to 24 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | This showy perennial with bright golden yellow petals and brown centers offers an exceptionally long flowering season. Its sturdy, upright habit makes it a wonderful bedding plant for mixed borders and wildflower gardens. Very drought tolerant. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer through mid-fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Avens (Geum); Switch Grass (Panicum); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Sedum (Sedum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
| History | A genetic breakthrough in Rudbeckia. This new variety has the incredible advantage of being day length neutral (not dependent on day length to induce flowering) which means that it starts blooming much earlier and continues to bloom later into the season. |
Details
| Description | This showy perennial with bright golden yellow petals and brown centers offers an exceptionally long flowering season. Its sturdy, upright habit makes it a wonderful bedding plant for mixed borders and wildflower gardens. Very drought tolerant. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Early summer through mid-fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Avens (Geum); Switch Grass (Panicum); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Sedum (Sedum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
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History
| History | A genetic breakthrough in Rudbeckia. This new variety has the incredible advantage of being day length neutral (not dependent on day length to induce flowering) which means that it starts blooming much earlier and continues to bloom later into the season. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy produce flowers?
Early summer through mid-fall.
Is Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy evergreen or deciduous?
Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy?
Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy resistant to pests or animals?
Drought Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy grow?
Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy in my landscape?
Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy flowers?
Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy?
Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy?
Good companion plants for Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Avens (Geum); Switch Grass (Panicum); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Sedum (Sedum).
How do I care for Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy?
Thrives in average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
What is the history of Early Bird Gold Gloriosa Daisy?
A genetic breakthrough in Rudbeckia. This new variety has the incredible advantage of being day length neutral (not dependent on day length to induce flowering) which means that it starts blooming much earlier and continues to bloom later into the season.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.