Cutleaf Coneflower
Rudbeckia laciniata
Also listed as Tithonia laciniata
Also known as Goldenglow, Green-headed Coneflower, Tall Coneflower
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A tall native perennial with finely divided, lacey foliage and drooping yellow petals surrounding a greenish-yellow central disk. It blooms profusely in summer and fall, attracting pollinators and goldfinches.
Why grow it
Cutleaf coneflower reaches 3-6 feet tall, offering substantial vertical structure that many coneflower species do not. Its finely divided foliage and drooping petals provide distinct textural contrast to coarser native perennials like black-eyed Susan. The extended summer-to-fall bloom period and reliable pollinator attraction make it a dependable multi-season contributor in native plant communities.
Watch out for
This species self-seeds readily and can spread beyond intended areas in favorable conditions, requiring periodic deadheading or volunteer removal if containment matters. Taller cultivars often benefit from staking or grow-through support in windy sites or without sufficient air circulation. In poorly drained soils, root rot can develop, particularly over wet winters.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A tall native perennial with finely divided, lacey foliage and drooping yellow petals surrounding a greenish-yellow central disk. It blooms profusely in summer and fall, attracting pollinators and goldfinches.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Cutleaf Coneflower grows in your area.
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Why grow it
Cutleaf coneflower reaches 3-6 feet tall, offering substantial vertical structure that many coneflower species do not. Its finely divided foliage and drooping petals provide distinct textural contrast to coarser native perennials like black-eyed Susan. The extended summer-to-fall bloom period and reliable pollinator attraction make it a dependable multi-season contributor in native plant communities.
Watch out for
This species self-seeds readily and can spread beyond intended areas in favorable conditions, requiring periodic deadheading or volunteer removal if containment matters. Taller cultivars often benefit from staking or grow-through support in windy sites or without sufficient air circulation. In poorly drained soils, root rot can develop, particularly over wet winters.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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