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Black-Eyed Susan
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Enormous 6-9" flowers attract butterflies to the garden. Outstanding cut flower, striking in the garden, and especially attractive planted with daylilies, daisies and grasses. Sturdy plants do not require staking. 1995 All-America Selections winner.
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Plant Details
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Common name
Black-Eyed Susan
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Botanical name
Rudbeckia hirta
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Variety
Indian Summer
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Zone
USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
24-36" (61-91 cm)
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Habit
Upright
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Feed
Use all-purpose
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Water
Weekly during dry spells
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Bloom Color
Yellow
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Bloom Time
Summer-fall
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Maintenance
Remove spent blooms
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Bill C.'s collection
- Erika K.'s collection