Rudbeckia hirta

Black-eyed Susan

Daisy-shaped flowers with golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark brown center. Foliage is hairy and stiff. Prefers full sun or part shade and well-drained soil, but can be soil- adaptable. Food source for birds

  • Height: 24" – 36"
  • Width: 18" – 24"
  • Soil Conditions: Dry
  • Flower Color: Gold
  • Bloom Time: July, August, September
  • Hardiness Zone: 3 To 7
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Fall Color
    • Drought Tolerant
    • Green Roof Semi Intensive
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Critter Resistance

    • Deer Resistant
    • Rabbit Resistant
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun
  • Native Plant Community

    • Dry Prairie
    • Mesis Prairie
    • Savanna
  • Flower Color

    • Gold
  • Flower Hue

    • Medium
  • Flower Type

    • Head
  • Flower Height

    • 24" to 36"
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Medium
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 1"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Dry
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Fast
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg