Black Eyed Susan
CHARACTERISTICS
Planting Rate | 1 PLS LB per Acre or 1 Bulk OZ covers 1,361 SQ FT |
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Plant Height | 2 -3 FT |
Seed Count | 1,500,000 Seeds per LB. |
Botanical Name | Rudbeckia hirta |
Life Cycle | Perennial |
Environment | Full Sun |
Preferred Sites | Mesic to Dry Soils _ Upland/Grassland - Disturbed |
Bloom Period | May-September |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Pollinator Value | Very Good |
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Description
Black Eyed Susan
Black Eyed Susan could just be one of the most popular wildflowers with it's wide adaptation distribution across the United States. This biennial wildflower makes a great choice for native prairies, landscaping and food and habitat for wildlife and pollinators.
- Biennial wildflower than can also be a short-lived perennial
- Mature plant height of 2 feet
- Long blooming from early summer to early fall
- Beautiful yellow petals with a dark brown to black seedhead
- Medium seedling vigor and moderately deep-rooted up to a minimum of 10 inches
- Moderate heat and drought tolerance
- Very good winter hardiness
- Great source of food for pollinators and other beneficial insects
- Highly adaptable in varying soil types and climates
- Deer resistant specie
RELATED PRODUCTS
Sunshine Annual Wildflower Mix