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Blackeyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta

Blackeyed Susan
Photo: (c) Alison Northup, some rights reserved (CC BY) ยท iNaturalist

๐Ÿฆ‹ Wildlife value: supports pollinators and wildlife.

About Blackeyed Susan

Black-eyed Susan is a cheerful native wildflower that deserves a spot in every garden. Its bright yellow petals with dark centers bring genuine joy to any landscape, and butterflies and bees absolutely love it. This plant is a real friend to pollinators, providing them with food when they need it most. If you want to help wildlife while enjoying some honest-to-goodness beauty right outside your window, this is the plant for you.

Growing black-eyed Susan couldn't be simpler. It loves full sun and isn't fussy about soil. Just plant it and let it do its thing. The plant will reseed itself year after year, so you'll have fresh flowers coming back without much fuss on your part. Once established, it practically takes care of itself. Whether you're new to gardening or a seasoned hand, you'll find this native a true pleasure to grow.

Native to 49 states