Seed Pack - Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)

This listing is for one packet of Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) seeds. Each packet contains roughly 1000 seeds. For best germination of native species, remember to scatter seeds November-January!

The wildtype of the classic showy rudbeckia! A hardy, fast growing biennial or short lived perennial. Excellent for low maintenance space-fill and easy to sprout. Supports goldfinches and a variety of pollinators!

Light: Full Sun

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic, Dry Mesic

Soil Type: Adaptable

Height: 1’-3’

Bloom Color: Yellow

Bloom Time: Jun-Sep

Root Type: Taproot

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract bees, flies, wasps, butterflies, and beetles. Hosts the silvery checkerspot butterfly. Foliage is unpalatable and rarely browsed. Seeds are occasionally eaten by goldfinches.