Plant of the Week 04/05/2019

Black Eyed Susan Rudbeckia triloba - Zone 4-8

Clumps of vibrant yellow flowers with a dark brown center explode above dark green leaves. Black Eyed Susan has a long bloom time from mid-summer to early fall. The vibrant flowers attract butterflies, bees and other pollen loving insects.

Remove spent flowers to promote more blooms. A fast grower that can reach 4’ tall and 18”wide. Plant in full sun with regular watering for best growth adaptable to most soils. You may have to divide the plant every few years to prevent excessive spreading.