{"product_id":"rudbeckia-hirta-minibeckia-flame","title":"Minibeckia Flame Black-Eyed Susan","description":"\u003cp\u003eMinibeckia Flame Black-Eyed Susan (\u003cem\u003eRudbeckia hirta\u003c\/em\u003e Minibeckia 'Flame') is a compact, fiery variety that delivers the beloved late-summer charm of classic black-eyed susans in a more garden-friendly, dwarf form — blazing with rich, warm-toned blooms in a striking blend of deep orange-red and golden yellow centered with a bold dark eye. The Minibeckia series is specifically bred for a shorter, more controlled stature that fits beautifully in the front of the border, in containers, and in smaller garden spaces where traditional tall Rudbeckia would overwhelm the planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown from professional-grade nursery stock, Minibeckia Flame arrives with a strong, well-established root system ready to establish quickly and deliver its fiery, warm-toned blooms from midsummer through fall. Its compact habit, vivid color, and exceptional heat tolerance make it one of the most versatile and rewarding compact Rudbeckia varieties available for both container and in-ground garden applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiery Orange-Red \u0026amp; Golden Flame-Toned Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, warm-toned blooms blending deep orange-red and golden yellow with a bold dark center create a vivid, fiery display that brings intense late-season color and energy to the front of the border, containers, and mixed perennial plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Minibeckia Dwarf Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Minibeckia series is specifically bred for a shorter, more controlled growth habit than standard Rudbeckia hirta varieties — fitting beautifully in the front of the border, in containers, and in smaller garden spaces where full-sized black-eyed susans would be out of scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Midsummer-to-Fall Bloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces an abundant succession of vivid flame-toned blooms from midsummer through fall, providing an extended season of warm, fiery color that carries the garden energetically from peak summer heat into the cool days of autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Heat Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains vigorous bloom production and vivid color quality through the heat and humidity of summer, delivering its warm-toned display reliably and continuously even during the most challenging periods of the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Grade Root System:\u003c\/strong\u003e This plant arrives with a healthy, well-developed root system that establishes quickly in sunny, well-drained locations and delivers reliable, prolific bloom production from midsummer through fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 4\" healthy live plant thrives in full sun with low to moderate water and good drainage. Minibeckia Flame is a cold-hardy perennial suited to USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9, returning reliably each spring as a compact, floriferous clump in the sunny border or container. Mature height reaches 12–18 inches with a spread of 12–18 inches. Primary bloom time runs from midsummer through fall (July–October). Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued bloom production, or allow seed heads to remain for winter bird interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planted Places","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48263854227670,"sku":"2RUDMBF4","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/2496\/8075\/files\/RUDBECKIA_hirta_Minibeckia_Flame.png?v=1778854496","url":"https:\/\/www.plantedplaces.com\/products\/rudbeckia-hirta-minibeckia-flame","provider":"Planted Places","version":"1.0","type":"link"}