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BLACK EYED SUSAN
WILDFLOWERS #1348 · RUDBECKIA HIRTA L.

BLACK EYED
SUSAN

$6.00 – $46.00

The wildflower everyone recognizes — golden petals, dark center, and bloom the first year from seed.

SIZE
● OUT OF STOCK — CONTACT THE ENID STORE RATE: 0.75 OZ/1000 SQ FT OR 2 LBS/ACRE

SUMMARY

The Black-eyed Susan, a quintessential symbol of North American wildflowers, is a versatile herbaceous plant that thrives across the United States. Known for its striking yellow petals surrounding dark brown spherical disks, it is easily recognizable and widely distributed in various habitats.

01

FIRST-YEAR BLOOM

Flowers the first season, unlike most perennial natives.

02

INSTANT RECOGNITION

The most familiar native wildflower in the region.

03

RESEEDS READILY

Volunteers back to persist in established plantings.

04

POLLINATOR VALUE

Draws bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.

05

SEED FOR BIRDS

Goldfinches work the seed heads through fall and winter.

06

ADAPTABLE

Tolerates a wide range of soils and moisture conditions.

07

MIX COMPONENT

A staple in wildflower and pollinator blends.

PLANTING INFORMATION
Planting Rate0.75 OZ/1000 SQ FT OR 2 LBS/ACRE
Planting SeasonFall; Spring
Plant Depth (in)0.0625"
Minimum Soil Temp for Germination70° F
Optimal Soil pH6–7
EstablishmentEasy
SEED INFORMATION
Seeds Per Pound1,500,000
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Leaf ColorGreen
Growing CycleBiennial
Sun RequirementFull Sun; Shade; Partial Sun
NativeYes
ZONE
Regional Growing Zone1; 5; 6; 9; 10; 11; 12
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9
Temperature ZoneWarm; Cool; Transitional
Taxonomy details not published for this product.