Do "Green Wizard Rudbeckia" thrive in the Northeast?

I think these black cone flowers will make a nice contrast against all the other brightly colored flowers I am planting. And work w/the blue flowers to 'cool' down the yellow, red --warm colored flowers.

Anyone in the NY area grow these successfullly? TY :o)

are they easy to grow? do they prefer sandy soils or what?

Do "Green Wizard Rudbeckia" thrive in the Northeast?
Hey Auntie Marie SueB,



These should do fine in NY, so long as you take care of them. The hardiness zone goes from 3 (very cold) to 9, down in Florida too.



Geographical Origin: Garden.

Plant Group: Perennial.

Planted in too much shade, the

flower stems tend to flop over.

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Hardiness: Sunset zones: 1-24. USDA zones: 3-9.

Mature size: Height: 4-6 ft (1.21-1.8 m). Width: 1-2 feet (30-60 cm).

Flowering period: Late summer.

Flowering attributes: Black cone surrounded at the base by green sepals, on a 3-5 inch flower.

Leaf attributes: Ovate, green leaves.

Growth habit: Clump-forming.

Light: Full sun or light partial shade.

Soil: Humus rich, moist, well-drained soil.

Feeding: Side dress with compost or manure. Fertilize in spring with a complete organic fertilizer.

Propagation Methods: Sow seed at 70°F (21°C); seeds germinate in 10 days. | Divide in spring or fall. | Root cuttings late fall or early winter.

Pests or Diseases: Slugs enjoy feeding on the young leaves of this plant.