Missouri Coneflower
Rudbeckia missouriensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AR, IL, KY, LA and 3 more states
Pollinators
butterflies, bees
Missouri Coneflower produces bright yellow daisy-like blooms with drooping petals from summer through late fall. This drought-tolerant perennial forms neat clumps and provides months of continuous color with minimal water requirements.
In an HOA neighborhood
Missouri Coneflower is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The long blooming period makes this an excellent pollinator plant, attracting butterflies and native bees throughout the growing season. Seeds provide food for goldfinches and other birds in winter.
Common questions
- How much sun does Missouri Coneflower need?
- Missouri Coneflower grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Missouri Coneflower bloom?
- Missouri Coneflower blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Missouri Coneflower native?
- Missouri Coneflower (Rudbeckia missouriensis) is native to AR, IL, KY, LA and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Missouri Coneflower attract?
- Missouri Coneflower draws butterflies and bees.
- Is Missouri Coneflower HOA-friendly?
- Missouri Coneflower is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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