Black-eyed Susan
Black-eyed Susan
Characteristics of Black-eyed Susan
| Common Name: | Black-eyed Susan |
| Scientific Name: | Rudbeckia hirta |
| Appropriate for: |
Raingardens
, Native Gardens
, Shoreline Stabilization |
| Height: | 2 Feet |
| Type of plant: | Flower/Forb |
| Color of bloom: | Yellow |
| Blooms from: | June to September |
| Sun Exposure: | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry to medium |
Notes:
Black-eyed Susan is one of the most commonly recognized native plants. A staple in many native gardens, it is a biennial that blooms in its second year and readily reseeds. Finches also enjoy the seeds.