Rudbeckia triloba ‘Prairie Glow’

Short-lived perennial producing long, thin stems, creating an airy display of gold and burgundy flowers. Easy to raise from seed and grow, and will gently self-seed. Lovely growing among late asters and other late perennials. Any moist, well-drained soil in sun or light shade. H: 1.5m, S: 60cm.

Price: £8. From: www.hillviewhardyplants.com; tel: 01746 716454.