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Rudbeckia brings warm tones into the garden just as summer is slowly coming to an end. These sun-loving plants, native to the North American prairies, are a popular part of country gardens as well as modern plantings with ornamental grasses. They love warmth and thrive best in full sun in common garden soil. Some we grow as reliable, long-lived perennials, others more as annuals, yet they provide joy with their abundant blooms and typical striking centers right up until the first frosts. Moreover, the central cones look good in the flower bed even throughout the winter. They are also fantastic cut flowers. To make them last as long as possible in a vase, it helps to submerge the freshly cut stems in hot water for about three minutes and then cool them down immediately. You will create autumn bouquets full of prairie energy.