Brown-eyed Susans form masses of bright gold flowers above dark green foliage. It will flop without a midseason trim to keep it from getting too tall. It is ideal for naturalizing because it reseeds readily.
Latin Name
Rudbeckia triloba
Family
Asteraceae
Also Known As
Thin-leaved Coneflower Three-leaved Coneflower
Type of Plant
Perennials
Bloom Season
July - October
Seasons
Fall
Summer
Specifications
Max Height: 5'
Max Spread: 2'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Birds
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
Central United States
History
The plantsman John Bartram sold Brown-eyed Susans in his catalog in 1770.
Other Details
Pollinator
Sold at Mount Vernon
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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