Cut-leaf Coneflower

Rudbeckia laciniata

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  • Common name
    Cut-leaf Coneflower
  • Latin name
    Rudbeckia laciniata
  • Plant type
    perennial
  • Flower color
    Bright yellow daisy-like flowers with distinctive, drooping petals surrounding a prominent pale green central cone that eventually turns brown as seeds ripen.
  • Bloom time
    Mid summer through fall
  • Height
    36-72"
  • Chelsea chop
    Yes
  • Light requirements
    Full sun to full shade
  • Moisture
    Average to wet. It is naturally found in floodplains and along streambanks, so it appreciates consistent moisture and can even tolerate seasonal flooding.
  • Native to Ontario
    Yes
  • Locally native
    Yes
  • Deer resistant
    Yes
  • Ecological benefit
    Keystone species - is a powerhouse for biodiversity, attracting a wide variety of native bees, butterflies, and wasps for its nectar and pollen. Serves as a larval host for the Silvery Checkerspot butterfly and several moth species, including the Wavy-lined Emerald. : Its vigorous, rhizomatous root system is outstanding for stabilizing streambanks and preventing soil erosion in flood-prone areas.
  • Notes
    Cut-leaf Coneflower is an absolute powerhouse for wetland and riparian biodiversity. Its mature seed heads are a favorite food source for songbirds, particularly American Goldfinches, throughout the autumn and winter months.
  • Picture
    Cut-leaf Coneflower