‘Little Henry' Sweet Coneflower (Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Little Henry') is a seasonal plant with yellow flowers from late summer into early fall. They prefer mesic soil in sun to part sun where they grow up to 4 feet tall. They are a good choice for slopes. Companion plants include Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) and Bradbury’s Bee Balm (Monarda bradburiana).
Maintenance
Plants may need staking. Powdery mildew can be an issue.
About
Light Requirements
Sun,
Part Sun Moisture Requirements
Slopes Soil Requirements
Clay,
Most Soils Height
Short,
Medium Spacing
2 to 3 feet Category
Seasonal Attracts
Butterflies Illinois Native Plant Status
Yes* Bloom Time
July,
August,
September Bloom Color
Yellow Seasonality
Fall,
Summer,
Winter Sociability
Groups of 10-20