Rudbeckia hirta 'Irish Spring'
Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta 'Irish Spring') is a stunning annual wildflower that grows in full sun to part shade. It features profuse bright yellow-orange daisies with a bronze-brown center, atop bristly stems that reach heights of up to three feet. The wildflower is a drought-tolerant plant, which blooms from summer to fall. Irish Spring is fast-growing, making it an ideal choice for adding life and color to gardens and landscapes, and it attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. Best of all, Black-eyed Susan is low maintenance and easy to grow!
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
medium
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Water Every
"7-10" days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
💧 Water every "7-10" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Propagate via Stem Propagation for best results
Good For:
Consider Carefully:
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.