Showy Black-eyed Susan
Showy Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida var. speciosa)
A bold, long-blooming native for pollinators and vibrant landscapes
Showy Black-Eyed Susan lives up to its name with brilliant golden-yellow petals and a deep brown center, creating a striking display from midsummer to fall. More compact and longer blooming than other Black-Eyed Susan varieties, this hardy perennial thrives in a range of conditions, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, borders, and meadow plantings.
✔ Extended bloom time – Flowers from summer into fall
✔ Pollinator favorite – Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects
✔ Drought-tolerant & low-maintenance – Thrives in dry to medium soils
✔ Compact yet vibrant – Grows 1-3 feet tall, perfect for garden edges
Plant Showy Black-Eyed Susan in full sun to enjoy its dazzling color, resilience, and ecological benefits. A must-have for native landscapes, cottage gardens, and sustainable plantings.
📸: Bridget B
Showy Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida var. speciosa)
A bold, long-blooming native for pollinators and vibrant landscapes
Showy Black-Eyed Susan lives up to its name with brilliant golden-yellow petals and a deep brown center, creating a striking display from midsummer to fall. More compact and longer blooming than other Black-Eyed Susan varieties, this hardy perennial thrives in a range of conditions, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, borders, and meadow plantings.
✔ Extended bloom time – Flowers from summer into fall
✔ Pollinator favorite – Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects
✔ Drought-tolerant & low-maintenance – Thrives in dry to medium soils
✔ Compact yet vibrant – Grows 1-3 feet tall, perfect for garden edges
Plant Showy Black-Eyed Susan in full sun to enjoy its dazzling color, resilience, and ecological benefits. A must-have for native landscapes, cottage gardens, and sustainable plantings.
📸: Bridget B
Plant Specs:
-Botanical Name: Rudbeckia fulgida var. speciosa
-Common Name: Showy black-eyed susan
-Native Range: Central and Eastern United States
-Mature Size: 1-3 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide
-Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
-Soil Type: Well-drained loam, clay, or sandy soils
-Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
-Bloom Time: July-October
-Flower Color: Bright yellow petals with a dark brown center
-Wildlife Benefits: Attracts butterflies and bees; seeds provide food for the birds
-Deer Resistance: Moderate
-Growth Habit: Clump-forming, spreading via rhizomes
