Plant Details:
Scientific Name: Rudbeckia hirta
Common Name: Black-Eyed Susan
Hardiness Degree: -40°F (-40.0°C)
Blooming Season: Summer, Autumn, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Heat Tolerant
Fertilize: None or when needed only
Spacing: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)
Height: 8 - 10" (20 - 25cm)
Width: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Beautiful flowers in shades of golden orange attract butterflies to the garden. Large 3-5" (8-13 cm) blooms on compact plants are attractive at garden's edge and planted with daylilies, daisies and grasses. Divide plants every other year to ensure longevity.
Grower Information:
Showy, 4 to 6-in. (10 to 15-cm) blooms on compact, well-branched plants. Thrives in hot, dry conditions. Suitable for 5 to 6-in. (13 to 15-cm) pot and gallon production, with no pinching needed.