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| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | US Native Plants |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 5.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 1.00 to 2.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Brownish Purple Center Disks, Yellow |
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| Water | |
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| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
Rudbeckia subtomentosa – Sweet Black Eyed Susan is a fragrant native perennial with bright yellow blooms and dark centers. Thriving in sunny locations, it attracts pollinators, supports wildlife, and adds bold, long-lasting color to your garden.
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| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | US Native Plants |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 5.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 1.00 to 2.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Brownish Purple Center Disks, Yellow |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
Add vibrant color, delightful fragrance, and pollinator activity to your garden with Rudbeckia subtomentosa, commonly known as Sweet Black Eyed Susan. This hardy native perennial produces abundant yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark brown centers that bloom from midsummer through fall. Its sweet, vanilla-like fragrance attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a favorite in pollinator gardens. Sweet Coneflower thrives in sunny locations with moist to medium soils and is a low-maintenance choice for borders, meadows, or naturalized landscapes. Its tall, upright habit makes it an excellent addition to mixed perennial beds or as a striking focal point in sunny areas.
Sweet Black Eyed Susan is perfect for adding height, color, and fragrance to sunny borders, cottage gardens, or native meadows. Pair it with other pollinator-friendly plants like Purple Coneflower, Bee Balm, or Swamp Milkweed for a biodiverse and visually dynamic display. Its bold yellow blooms also work beautifully with ornamental grasses or as a backdrop to shorter perennials. Use Sweet Coneflower to create a striking focal point or to naturalize open spaces with pollinator-friendly charm.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa supports pollinators by providing nectar and pollen through the late summer and early fall. Its seeds provide a valuable food source for birds in the winter. The plant’s deep roots help stabilize soil, making it a sustainable choice for eco-friendly gardening.
Bring bold color, fragrance, and ecological value to your garden with Rudbeckia subtomentosa – Sweet Black Eyed Susan. This resilient native perennial combines beauty, pollinator support, and low-maintenance care for any sunny landscape.
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Yes. Rudbeckia subtomentosa is native to the central and southeastern United States, especially in prairies, meadows, and open woodland edges. It is a true native perennial that supports a wide variety of pollinators, beneficial insects, and birds.
Unlike the more commonly known Rudbeckia fulgida or Rudbeckia hirta, Rudbeckia subtomentosa is a tall, clumping perennial that grows 3 to 5 feet tall, with sweetly fragrant, yellow daisy-like flowers and a dark brown central cone. It blooms late summer through fall, extending seasonal color and nectar availability.
Sweet Black-eyed Susan thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil, though it can tolerate average garden soil and occasional drought. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9 and is ideal for meadows, borders, rain gardens, and native perennial beds.
Absolutely. The blooms attract native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, and it serves as a host plant for several native caterpillars. Its seed heads provide food for birds in fall and winter, and the tall, clumping form offers shelter and structure in naturalized plantings.
Yes. It is considered deer- and rabbit-resistant, and is very low-maintenance. Once established, it requires minimal watering, and thrives with just occasional thinning or dividing every few years. Leave seed heads standing for winter interest and bird support.
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