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Black Eyed Susan Seeds

Rudbeckia hirta

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Versatile, drought-tolerant and easy-to-grow, Black Eyed Susan adds a cheerful splash of color to the summer landscape. A native plant that attracts a variety of pollinators, Black Eyed Susan pairs beautifully with other prairie favorites like Purple Coneflower and Butterfly Weed. Its adapatable nature makes it a great choice for poor soils and tough conditions. All of the seed we carry at American Meadows is non-GMO, neonicotinoid-free and guaranteed to grow. Biennial.

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Description

No one knows who Susan was, but the flower is linked with “Sweet William” in an old English rhyme. This species was long thought to be native only to our midwest, spreading to both coasts after colonists and western pioneers felled the forests to allow the highly-prolific seed to spread. But recent research proves Black-Eyed Susan was indeed seen as far east as Maryland in early colonial times. There are many species of rudbeckia, many which have been hybridized into some of our most valued garden perennials. For related perennial species, see R. gloriosa.

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Key Features

Advantages

  • Bee Friendly
  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Birds
  • Native
  • Mass Plantings
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Naturalizes
  • Easy To Grow
  • Low Maintenance
  • Cut Flowers
  • Deer Resistant

Life Cycle

Perennial

Light Requirements

  • Full Sun
  • Half Sun / Half Shade

Bloom Time

Summer to fall

Additional information

Soil Moisture

  • Average
  • Dry
  • Moist / Wet

Soil Type

  • Clay Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil
  • Loamy Soil
  • Sandy Soil

Mature Height

12-36" tall

Seed Coverage

1/4 lb covers 5,445 sq ft
1 lb covers 21,780 sq ft
5 lbs covers 2.5 acres
10 lbs covers 5 acres

Growing Zones

  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8

Ideal Region

  • Northeast
  • Southeast
  • Midwest
  • Southwest
  • West
  • Pacific Northwest

Native To

Originally thought to be a native of only the North Americans plains, but now thought to be native all the way from the plains to the Atlantic coast in the mid-Atlantic states.

Neonicotinoid Free

Yes

Non-GMO

Yes

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