1999 perennial of the year!

• One of the most popular perennials
• Long bloom season
• sturdy, upright habit
• Gold daisy-like flowers have a distinct dark brown central cone
• Flowers are held on branching stems
• Do not deadhead the cones if you want winter interest, the black seed heads remain attractive throughout the winter and the seeds provide a source of food for small birds
• plant it in a classic garden w/ Sedum 'Autumn Joy' and/or Pervoskia 'atriplicifolia' Russian Sage
• Excellent for providing Color in late summer and is especially showy in mass plantings
• Height: 24 inches
• Spread: 18-24 inches