black-eyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta 'Autumn Colors'

Black-eyed Susan, or Rudbeckia hirta 'Autumn Colors', is a popular and showy species in the daisy family. The flowers are bright yellow or gold with a distinctive dark brown or black center. Petals range from 2-3 inches long with relatively short stems. It is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant, able to thrive in most soil conditions. They bloom during the summer and fall months, providing excellent flowering color for many months. It is an excellent choice for containers, flower beds, and meadows. They also attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.