Rudbeckia hirta ~ Black-Eyed Susan summer-flower Treat as an annual if

Treat as an annual if the temperature drops below 35F in winter

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Too much water retention can increase susceptibility to fungal diseases

Rudbeckia hirta ~ Black-Eyed Susan summer-flower Treat as an annual ifBlack Eyed Susan is a native herbaceous perennial with an upright clumping habit and gray green narrow foliage. The large yellow daisy like flowers with have a black brown center disk and bloom for a month in early to mid summer. The bloom time can be extended up to five months with deadheading and good weather. Flowers best in full sun and consistent moisture. Fairly disease resistant and drought tolerant once established. Rudbeckia hirta is a host