Care for Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunbeckia Ophelia':

A radiant summer highlight for your garden or patio

Enjoy your Rudbeckia even longer – with the right care!

Bring a burst of sunshine to your garden with Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunbeckia Ophelia'! This bold summer bloomer stands out with its large, bright yellow flowers and warm, cheerful presence. A true eye-catcher that adds colour for months on end – from July well into autumn.

The best part? It’s very low maintenance. With just a few simple care tips, you can enjoy this vibrant beauty effortlessly, whether planted in borders or in decorative pots on your patio.

Key care tips:

- Light & Position: Rudbeckia loves the sun! Place it in a sunny spot for abundant flowering. It tolerates partial shade, but the more sun, the longer and richer the bloom. Perfect for borders, containers, and balconies.

- Watering: Water regularly, especially during hot days. Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid waterlogging. Make sure containers have good drainage to prevent root rot.

- Feeding: For prolonged flowering, add liquid plant food to the water every two weeks. This keeps your plant strong and full of blooms.

- Deadheading: Remove faded flowers regularly to stimulate new bud formation and extend the flowering season into autumn.

Why choose Sunbeckia Ophelia?

• Long flowering period: from July into autumn

• Abundant and sturdy: large blooms that stay beautiful for weeks

• Compact habit: ideal for containers, borders, and flower beds

• Easy to care for: great for beginners too

Tip: Combine Sunbeckia Ophelia with ornamental grasses or other late bloomers for a stunning autumn display. Also beautiful when mixed with other varieties from the Sunbeckia series.

Extra information:

Pot size: P23

Approximately the purchase height of the plant: +- 50cm

The ideal temperature for the plant: 15°C - 25°C

Watering: 1x a week

Mist the plant: 1x a week

Location: Sun, Partial shade

Plant food: 2x per month

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Every plant grows and blooms in its own way and will differ per season and per plant.
The plant shown may differ in shape from that purchased in the store or webshop.