Golden prairie workhorse that lights up late summer meadows.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Oct
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 2-3'
- Bloom Colors
- YellowOrange
✿ Pollinator Friendly♣ Native Species△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance✂ Cut Flower
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About This Name
Rudbeckia hirta is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Black-Eyed Susan unambiguously. The genus Rudbeckia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Black-Eyed Susan, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Rudbeckia hirta will give you the most precise results.