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Black-eyed Susan | Rudbeckia hirta
Black-eyed susan is a highly valuable plant for many pollinators and can thrive in dry soil and drought conditions. It has bright yellow flowers with a brown center, and will spread via seed. Black-eyed susan makes a great pioneer species in wilder areas or a perfect addition to a pollinator garden. It also has a long blooming period, from June to October. The roots have traditionally been used by Indigenous peoples for cold, flu, and other conditions. The roots are said to have similar properties as echinacea.
Container size: 1-gal
Max height: 2 ft
Sun requirements: full - partial sun
Moisture requirements: medium-wet to dry
Maine native
Black-eyed susan is a highly valuable plant for many pollinators and can thrive in dry soil and drought conditions. It has bright yellow flowers with a brown center, and will spread via seed. Black-eyed susan makes a great pioneer species in wilder areas or a perfect addition to a pollinator garden. It also has a long blooming period, from June to October. The roots have traditionally been used by Indigenous peoples for cold, flu, and other conditions. The roots are said to have similar properties as echinacea.
Container size: 1-gal
Max height: 2 ft
Sun requirements: full - partial sun
Moisture requirements: medium-wet to dry
Maine native