Western Coneflower

Rudbeckia Occidentalis

Overview

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia occidentalis) is a striking perennial native to the western United States. Thriving in zones 3-10, it grows between 2-3 feet tall with a spread of 1-2 feet. It features notable, dark, conical centers with no petals, creating a unique silhouette. Prefers full sun to part shade and adapted to a range of soil conditions. Ideal for naturalistic planting and attracting pollinators. Blooms late summer to early fall.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 4–10Climate Temperate

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia occidentalis) is a striking perennial native to the western United States

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — It features notable, dark, conical centers with no petals, creating a unique silhouette

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — Prefers full sun to part shade and adapted to a range of soil conditions

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — Blooms late summer to early fall

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — Ideal for naturalistic planting and attracting pollinators

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — is a striking perennial well-suited to a dynamic garden landscape and is native to the western United States

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Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 4–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–8 Ft.
Mature width: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — Thriving in zones 3-10, it grows between 2-3 feet tall with a spread of 1-2 feet

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — It thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 7, showcasing its resilience against colder climates

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — This species typically reaches a height of 3 to 5 feet

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — with a spread of 1 to 2 feet

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — offering vertical interest within garden compositions

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — the Western Coneflower features a pronounced central cone or "eye" that is dark brown to black

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — This creates a unique and textural contrast to other garden blooms from mid-summer to early fall

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — <br><br>Recognized by its distinctive appearance

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — particularly bees and butterflies

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — offering flexibility in placement

$Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — The coneflower\'s dark cone is embellished with bright yellow pollen that attracts an array of pollinators$