Denver Daisy Gloriosa Daisy is a long-season native herbaceous perennial with an upright mounding habit and dark green narrow foliage. Heavy blooms of large golden semi-double daisy-like flowers with a large mahogany red eye surrounding the prominent black-brown center disk last all summer into fall. Flowers best in full sun and consistent moisture. Drought tolerant once established. Deadheading will prolong the bloom time.
Rudbeckia hirta is a host plant for the Silvery Checkerspot, Gorgone Checkerspot, Bordered Patch butterfly. The nectar attracts various bees and butterflies.
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Type: |
Perennial |
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Origins: |
North America, GA Native |
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Height: |
1.5′ – 2′ |
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Spread: |
1’ – 1.5′ |
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Spacing: |
1.5′ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 – 9 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow+Red |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer, Fall |
