Rudbeckia maxima
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- Common Name: Great coneflower
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Flower Color: Gold-brown
- Blooming Starts: Jul
- Blooming Ends: Jul
- Hardiness Zone: Z5
- Height: 72"
- Exposure Type: Sun
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