Rudbeckia hirta (NGN)
Black-eyed Susan
Daisy-shaped flowers with golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark brown center. Foliage is hairy and stiff. Prefers full sun or part shade and well-drained soil, but can be soil- adaptable. Food source for birds
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Gold
- Bloom Time: July, August, September
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 7
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Plant Characteristics - Rudbeckia hirta (NGN)
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Drought Tolerant
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Mesis Prairie
- Savanna
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Flower Color
- Gold
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Head
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Flower Height
- 24" to 36"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg
Possible Substitutions for Rudbeckia hirta (NGN)
Iris versicolor
Harlequin Blueflag Iris
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 24" – 36"
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Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 24" – 36"
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Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
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