Rudbeckia hirta
Black eyed Susan
Description:
This perennial produces large, yellow and black composite flower heads. Grows up to 2 feet and flowers June through October. This plant grows well in both sun and shade.
Plant Overview:
| Plant Family: | Asteraceae |
| Plant Duration: | Annual |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous |
| South Jersey Native Range: | South Jersey |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Butterflies, Birds |
| Bloom Time: | June through October |
| Fruit Timing: | Fall |
| Global and State Rank: | SNR, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Loam, Sandy, Clay |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Dry |
| Soil pH: | Slightly Acidic, Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to shade |
| Light Range: | Sun, Shade, Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Dry |