Native Plants

Green-Head Coneflower

Rudbeckia laciniata
Location

Native to

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Type
Annuals/Per.
Attributes
Butterflies, Caterpillars

Also known as Cutleaf Coneflower, Wild Goldenglow, and Sochan, this perennial herb grows branched, leafy stalks that extend 3 to 12 feet in height. Its flowers bloom from July to October and have yellow, back-tilted petals and greenish, cone-shaped centers that turn brownish as the seeds become riper. This plant grows in full sun to shade, and in moist, slightly acidic soil.

May Attract

Green-Head Coneflower is thought to attract these families of birds
Family
Cardinals, Grosbeaks and Buntings
Family
Chickadees and Titmice
Family
Crows, Magpies, Jays
Family
Mockingbirds and Thrashers
Family
Nuthatches
Family
Blackbirds and Orioles
Family
New World Sparrows
Family
Thrushes
Family
Vireos
Family
Waxwings
Family
Wood Warblers
Family
Woodpeckers
Family
Wrens

Local & Regional Resources

Local and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.

New Hampshire Chapter; New England Wild Flower Society

8 Boulters Cove, North Hampton, NH 03862

Local Nurseries

Find local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.

Oakridge Nurseries

PO Box 182, East Kingston, NH 03872

(603) 642-8227

Found Well Farm

730 Borough Road, Pembroke, NH 03275

(603) 228-1421

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