Yellow Coneflower Sullivantii
PPA's 1999 Perennial Plant of the Year
Yellow Coneflower Sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’ is often referred to as
the Perennial Black-Eyed Susan. It produces its easily spotted,
long-lasting terminal heads of rayed, yellow flowers July through
September in most areas. 'Goldsturm' works exceptionally well in
both residential and commercial landscapes because of its durability
and dramatic visual impact. Yellow Coneflower Sullivantii is also
attractive to butterflies and is well-suited for cut flower
arrangements.
Yellow Coneflower Sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’ was selected by the
Perennial Plant Association as the 1999 Perennial Plant of the Year.
Acclaimed as one of the most popular perennials for the past fifty
years, its bright golden-yellow flowers shine in gardens worldwide.
The Yellow Coneflower Sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’ is shorter than many
similar varieties with heights to about 32 inches. It is a
long-lived, low maintenance, and thrives in full sun to partial
shade. It tolerates clay soils and mild droughts, but grows best in
well-drained, consistently moist soil. 'Goldsturm' coneflower
performs as well in the high heat and humidity of the South as it
does in North with frigid winter temperatures. Plant bare-root or
container-grown plants anytime during the growing season, 18 inches
apart. When establishing a new planting, mulch to retain moisture. 'Goldsturm'
has few pest or disease problems.
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