Black-Eyed Susan, Common Eastern Coneflower
Easily grown in dry to medium, organically rich to average, well-drained soils in full sun. Best bloom occurs in full sun, although plants will tolerate some light shade. Plants prefer consistent moisture throughout the growing season, with some tolerance for drought once established. Good air circulation is appreciated. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. Plants slowly spread in the garden by rhizomes.
Larval Host for the
Silvery Checkerspot,
Wavy Lined Emerald Moth
2-3'
2-2.5'
SIZE
SOIL
Dry, Medium, Moist, Wet
LIGHT
Full Sun
BENEFITS
Bees, Butterflies, Birds, Goldfinches, Moths
NOTES
Mass in bold drifts in the perennial border, cottage garden, meadow, native plant garden or naturalized area. Provides excellent bloom and color for the late summer. Good cut flower.
CHARACTERISTICS
Will Naturalize, Good Cut Flower, Low Maintenance
Flower
This
flowers in
Orange Coneflower
Rudbeckia fulgida
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DESCRIPTION
Easily grown in dry to medium, organically rich to average, well-drained soils in full sun. Best bloom occurs in full sun, although plants will tolerate some light shade. Plants prefer consistent moisture throughout the growing season, with some tolerance for drought once established. Good air circulation is appreciated. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. Plants slowly spread in the garden by rhizomes.