Black-eyed Susans add splashes of late summer color to fields and roadsides.
A black-eyed Susan is a large yellow daisy-like perennial flower with a dark brown center. According to Texas A&M University, "The Black-Eyed Susan is probably the most common of all American wildflowers." Does this Spark an idea?
Characteristics
The black-eyed Susan grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet, is hardy in growing zones 3 to 8, and blooms from June to October. Texas A&M University states that the black-eyed Susan thrives in full sun in just about any kind of soil.
Habitat
Black-eyed Susan is often seen in open fields, but it also can be grown in the home garden where it reseeds itself year after year. It lasts six to 10 days in a vase as a cut flower.
Fun Facts
The black-eyed Susan, or rudbeckia hirta, was named Maryland's state flower in 1918. It is a member of the sunflower family, and attracts birds and butterflies.
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