Rudbeckia Black- Eyed Susan 2 gal

Rudbeckia Black-Eyed Susan 

Description:
Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a classic, sun-loving perennial prized for its cheerful golden-yellow petals and bold, dark brown to black centers. Blooming from late spring through fall, these daisy-like flowers create a vibrant display in borders, wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens, and cottage landscapes. Black-Eyed Susan is easy to grow, drought tolerant, and deer resistant, making it a favorite for both beginner and seasoned gardeners. The blooms attract bees, butterflies, and birds, and the plant readily reseeds for naturalizing and long-lasting color year after year.

Plant Characteristics:

• Botanical Name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Common Name: Black-Eyed Susan

• Type: Herbaceous perennial (sometimes grown as an annual)

• Mature Height: 2–3 feet

• Mature Spread: 1–2 feet

• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping

• Foliage: Medium green, lance-shaped leaves

• Flower Color: Bright yellow to orange petals with dark brown/black centers

• Bloom Time: Late spring to fall (June–September)

• Light Requirements: Full sun (tolerates part shade)

• Soil: Well-drained; tolerates dry to moist soils

• Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Hardiness Zones: USDA 3–9

• Maintenance: Very low; deadhead for extended bloom, cut back in late fall or early spring

• Resistances: Deer resistant, drought tolerant, heat tolerant

• Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, birds (seeds are a food source)

• Uses: Borders, wildflower meadows, mass plantings, pollinator gardens, cut flowers, cottage gardens

Care Tips:

• Plant in full sun for best flowering and sturdy stems.

• Water regularly until established; reduce watering once mature.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

• Leave some seed heads for birds and winter interest.

• Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

Brighten your garden with months of golden blooms and effortless beauty-Black-Eyed Susan is the perfect, low-maintenance perennial for every sunny landscape!