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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.

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Key Features

Light Requirements

  • Full Sun
  • Half Sun / Half Shade

Bloom Time

Summer to fall

Life Cycle

Perennial

Advantages

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

Additional information

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

Mature Height

12-36" tall

Soil Type

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

Soil Moisture

  • Average
  • Dry
  • Moist / Wet

Plant Classification

Native Species

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.

Life Cycle

Perennial

Growing Zones

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

Ideal Region

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

Neonicotinoid Free

Yes
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Overall rating: 4.625 / 5 from 48 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Black Eyed Susan Seeds produce beautiful, durable flowers that are long-lasting and wonderful in color, making them ideal for tough locations and animal resistance.

Summary topics

  • Flower Beauty and Durability: 21%
  • Flower Color Longevity: 11%

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Review highlights

  • "Tough locations call for these tough native flowers." — CanDo
  • "Plan to plant large areas for vivid color and long bloom time." — Ken G.
  • "i love your flowers and will buy again!" — Harleysrfun

Reviews

The ostrich ferns are growing

"The ostrich ferns are growing they're about a foot tall now. The Black-Eyed susans come up but they're only about 2 inches tall and stop growing."

— Scott E. (4/5)

"Quick delivery within planting zone. American Meadows has always been my go to for seeds sknce i discovered them."

— ELLEN (5/5)

I would not buy this product again.

"Again, not ""blackeyed;"" final product is completely yellow. Was it a mistake in shipping and product fulfillment? I did not discover the mistake until the seeds had actually germinated and grown fully. I am not pleased!!"

— Anonymous (1/5)

Black Eyed Susansperfect for hot dry summers

"I had a bed next to my deck, I had removed some over grown shrubs. I wanted to simplify the site and put in color that compliments the other flower beds near by. The Black Eyed Susan flowers are perfect."

— Ewelady (4/5)

Lots of Flowers

"Flowers prosper in sandy dry soils near Lake Michigan and the deer don't touch them. Given the foregoing they are a rare finds"

— JN (5/5)

I would buy again

"I use these for pollinators. They are very aggressive and produce long lasting blooms. Heat and drought resistant"

— Bob (5/5)

Low effort, big benefits

"Simple to plant and care for with consistently beautiful results. We used these for a number of small borders around our home that added some wonderful color over the summer and now into the fall that adds a nice seasonal touch reflecting the trees as they change color. We have also used for container planting with great results."

— Cody M. (5/5)

The beauty keeps coming!

"Very easy--was really impressed with how long these last into the cooler months."

— Bman (5/5)

Pretty

"Pretty but did not get as big as the pictures."

— WV G. (4/5)

Will buy again

"Border"

— Magoo (4/5)

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