Goldsturm Black-eyed Susan

The Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm Black-Eyed Susan’, Rudbeckia fulgida, is an easy to grow perennial with large flower heads of golden yellow and black to brown centers. The flower heads are 3½ to 5 inches across, with a plant spread of 18-24” and a height of 24”. The dark green foliage sits at the bottom on the tall daisy-like flowers and bloom from July to September. Plant in masses with Veronica ‘Goodness Grows’, Alchemilla ‘Lady’s Mantle’ or with ornamental grasses.

The Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’, Rudbeckia hirta, is an easy to grow perennial with large flower heads of golden yellow with dark eyes that bloom form July to September. Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’ has a plant spread of 12-18” and a height of 34-48”. The dark green foliage sits at the bottom on the tall daisy-like flowers and turns to mahogany in the fall. It is great in borders, for cut flowers or for naturalized areas. Plant in masses with Veronica ‘Goodness Grows’ or with ornamental grasses.

The Viette's Little Suzy (Rudbeckia speciosa) is a beautiful dwarf variety of the Indian Summer Black-eyed Susan. It is a popular, easy-to-grow perennial that has a long blooming period and excellent fall foliage color.