Ratibida pinnata Grey-Headed Coneflower, #1

Award winner mid summer to fall bloomer for the back of the border, meadow or even cottage gardens. Although it reaches 5 to 7 feet tall it typically can stand on its own without needing supplemental support.

Rudbeckias, Black eyed Susans come in many shapes and size. This native variety will naturally self sow and spread somewhat freely through the landscape adding nice color. Grows up to 3' tall. Best in full sun but can handle some shade.

Great native perennial that will draw in the pollinators! This is an upland vernonia so it can handle average to dryer soil. Grows to 3-5' tall in full to part sun

Easy to grow native perennial that is great for naturalizing if you allow the seed heads to ripen and distribute. If planted in a border it is best to cut the plant back stems in late spring to encourage a fuller shorter plant. 4-6' height and 3-4' wide i

Also known as large coneflower. This plant sports nice large glaucous bluish-green paddle shaped leaves. It can reach 7' tall. Best to leave the spent flowers and seed heads for the goldfinches to feast on.

Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' sweet coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan #1 Container