3 Bare Roots Black Eyed Susan Wildflower Rudbeckia

Black Eyed Susan is a hardy native wildflower known for its bright golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark brown central cone. This classic meadow perennial delivers long-lasting summer to early fall color and makes an easy, dependable choice for naturalized areas and sunny borders.

These bare roots establish quickly once planted and return year after year with minimal care. The blooms are excellent for cut flower arrangements and attract pollinators to the garden, while the seed heads provide seasonal interest into autumn. Space them where their upright habit and warm tones can be appreciated in mass plantings or mixed perennial beds.
Species: Rudbeckia hirta
Type: Herbaceous perennial often grown as a short-lived perennial or self-seeding annual
Plant_Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average to medium moisture
Zones: 3 to 9
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches
Notes: Plant bare roots in spring or fall; deadhead to prolong bloom or leave seed heads for winter interest