A cottage garden favorite, black-eyed susan features masses of ferociously yellow flowers that attract butterflies. They are incredibly hardy and tolerate a wide variety of conditions, making them ideal for naturalizing.
Latin Name
Rudbeckia fulgida
Family
Asteraceae
Also Known As
Perennial coneflower Orange coneflower
Type of Plant
Perennials
Bloom Season
June - October
Seasons
Summer
Fall
Specifications
Max Height: 3'
Max Spread: 3'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Birds
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
Eastern North America
History
John Bartram of Philadelphia was selling orange coneflower in his 1770 catalog.
Other Details
Pollinator
Sold at Mount Vernon
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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