Rudbeckia fulgida var. fulgida - black-eyed susan
DESCRIPTION
black-eyed susanRudbeckia fulgida var. fulgida
This late blooming form of Black-eyed Susan offers loads of cheery golden 2" flowers starting in late July and is a native bee and butterfly magnet. Birds love the seeds from past blooms. Fulgida loves full sun and well-drained soils and is perfect for massing for spectacular late season color.
BENEFITS
- Exceptionally showy and easy to grow
- Birds love the profuse seeds from dried blooms
- Perfect cut flower for decorating indoors
- 3 months of nectar for butterflies and bees
- Late summer bloom helps extend the season
- Tolerates deer, drought and clay soil
NATIVE INFO
Native Range
moist woods, meadows, savannas and swamps in New York west to Missouri and south to Alabama and Florida.
Map Credit: The Biota of North America
Map Key: Green (native), Teal (native, adventive), Blue (present), Yellow (present & rare), Red (extinct)
INTERESTING FACTS
Rather than filling the bird feeder, you can plant a garden full of bird food starting with this black-eyed Susan. Other native perennials to plant include: coneflower, sunflowers, asters, bee balm, goldenrod and ornamental grasses.
GROWING TIPS
Adaptable to a wide variety of soil conditions in full to partial sun. Tolerates hot, humid summers and some drought. Deadhead to prolong blooming season. Disease and pest resistance.