Rudbeckia hirta Cherry Brandy

Description

New for 2026

Deep crimson‑maroon blooms with dark, chocolatey centres make this a real standout, and it’s wonderfully easy to grow. A classic daisy‑shaped flower on upright, slightly bristly stems, reaching around 60cm and flowering from June right into autumn in those rich, warm red tones. Also brilliant as a long‑lasting cut flower.

Usually grown as an annual, but this short‑lived perennial will often overwinter if given a bit of protection

Excellent for pollinators and for cut flowers.

Flowering: Summer-Autumn

Height: 60cm

Spread: 40cm

Further information:

Common Name: Black-eyed Susan / Cone flower

Life Cycle: annual / perennial

Family: Asteraceae

Foliage:  lacerate

Basic Colour: (Red )

Flower Colour:  red / brown

Natural Flowering: June – October

Winter Hardiness: Half Hardy

Height with Flowers: 60cm

Soil Requirements:  well-drained / average / dry / moist

Soil ph:  acid / alkaline / neutral

Location:  border / container / cottage garden

Usage:  ornamental / ground cover / attracts butterflies

Pruning: cut back after flowering

Tolerates: drought tolerant

Origin: Cultivar