Black eyed susan (Rudbeckia)
Family: Asteraceae
Black eyed susans are among the most dependable and popular plants for the mixed flowering border or wildflower garden. They grow well under a wide range of growing conditions. The home gardener has a choice of several species and cultivars, most of which are planted as annuals or short-lived perennials.
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Tags:
annual, biennial, border, cut flower, drought tolerant, flower, ornamental, perennial, sun
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Cultivation: Medium-sized annual for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9. Grows best in full sun with low to moderate moisture. May be grown as a biennial or perennial in zones 4 to 9.
Size: Reaches 1' to 3' (30 cm to 90 cm) tall with a spread of 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from early summer through mid-fall.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.
Size: Reaches 1' to 3' (30 cm to 90 cm) tall with a spread of 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from early summer through mid-fall.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.