Black Eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Landscape Focus
A fast-establishing seasonal color perennial used as a filler and pollinator plant in new prairie plantings.
Plant Details
Soil Type: Loam, Sand, Clay
Soil Moisture: Dry, Medium
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Height: 1' - 3'
Spacing: 12" - 18"
Bloom Color: Yellow with dark center
Bloom Time: June, July, August, September
Root Type: Fibrous
Benefits: Butterflies, Pollinators, Bird Seed, Deer Resistant
Plant Description
Black Eyed Susan is a short-lived perennial or biennial that blooms heavily in its first years, making it ideal for establishing color in new plantings. It tolerates poor soils and drought once established. This species reseeds readily, helping maintain populations over time. Deadheading can reduce reseeding if desired.
Black Eyed Susan
All plant purchases are pickup only from one of the following locations. After checkout, you'll receive detailed instructions for your chosen pickup location.
Pickup Locations:
Waunakee
302 W Main Street
Middleton
1630 N High Point Road
Janesville
7031 N Kidder rd
Delivery available throughout Wisconsin for bulk orders (128+ plants) at $0.70/mile from our Middleton location. Email info@goprairietech.com if interested.