Black-eyed Susan
© Wanda Smith
Rudbeckia hirta
Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
Annual to short-lived perennial. Black-eyed Susans like moist soil. They bloom well in sun and partial shade. They are a very attractive garden plant where they provide masses of color for several months. Plants reseed.
- Scientific Name: Rudbeckia hirta
- Common Names: Black-eyed Susan, Common Black-eyed Susan, Brown-eyed Susan, Blackeyed Susan
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
- Growth Habit: Annual, Biennial, Perennial
- Height: Up to 3 feet.
- Leaves: Green, Rough
- Flowers: Yellow
- Bloom Time: June through October
- Wildlife Benefits: Nectar source for bees and butterflies. Larval butterfly host. The seeds are a good food source for sparrows, buntings, and other seed-eaters.
Where to Find It
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