Black-Eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Often refereed to as black-eyed Susan we prefer to call it brown-eyed Susan but I digress. This perennial emits a glow that resembles the “golden hour” that photographers love. The yellow is inviting, warming and cheerful.
Height : 2-3 feet (60-90cm)
Blooming Period : June to September
Light : Full Sun
Water : Medium
Soil : Sand, loam, clay
Zone : 3 to 7
Deer and Rabbit Resistance : Yes
Native Ontario Habitat : Open woods, prairies and corridors