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Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunspot Gold'–Vibrant Black–eyed Susan–Attracts Pollinators 9" Pot

Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunspot Gold'–Vibrant Black–eyed Susan–Attracts Pollinators 9" Pot

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Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunspot Gold'

Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunspot Gold'

Description

Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunspot Gold', commonly known as 'Sunspot Gold' Black-eyed Susan, is a vibrant and eye-catching perennial known for its bright golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark central cone. This plant adds a splash of color to any garden and is beloved for its long-lasting blooms and ability to attract pollinators.

Suggested Uses

'Sunspot Gold' is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows. It also makes an excellent cut flower for arrangements and is ideal for attracting bees and butterflies to your garden.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Rudbeckia hirta 'Sunspot Gold'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Sunspot Gold' Black-eyed Susan
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches up to 24 inches tall and 18 inches wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Echinacea, Salvia, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with good air circulation
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Average humidity levels are sufficient
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor
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