black eyed susan

Black Eyed Susan is a classic North American wildflower known for its bold, golden-yellow petals and signature dark brown center. Blooming from midsummer into fall, this hardy and reliable perennial delivers long-lasting color when many other flowers begin to fade. Native to eastern Canada, it thrives in a wide range of conditions and is exceptionally easy to grow. An excellent choice for naturalized plantings, borders, and pollinator gardens, Black-Eyed Susan attracts butterflies and beneficial insects while remaining resistant to deer and rabbits. A dependable cut flower that brings warmth and brightness to any garden setting. Packet includes roughly 300 seeds.

Black-Eyed Susan | Rudbeckia hirta

Sun
• Full sun

Height
• 24" | 60 cm

Spread
• 24" | 60 cm

Life Cycle
• Perennial

Sowing Method
• Indoor or direct sow outdoors

Difficulty
• Easy | Low-maintenance and adaptable

Uses
• Landscapes, borders, wildflower gardens, containers, cut flowers, pollinator gardens

Growing Zones
• 3–9