black-eyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta

Black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia hirta) are perennial, flowering plants native to North America. These showy, daisy-like flowers have eye-catching yellow petals surrounding a dark center. Their color ranges from yellow to amber to golden-brown. They attract a wide variety of birds, butterflies, and other pollinators, making them a must-have in any wildflower garden. Black-eyed Susans thrive in full sunlight and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. They are low-maintenance and can spread quickly by self-seeding, giving any garden a burst of attractive color.