RedCrocus Glowing SmileyZ Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta | Bright yellow petals with dark center, attracts pollinators, garden border, cut flower, container friendly, deer resistant 2 Gallon

Name: RedCrocus Glowing SmileyZ Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta | Bright yellow petals with dark center, attracts pollinators, garden border, cut flower, container friendly, deer resistant 2 Gallon
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: pecc0703-redcrocus
Price: 45.99 USD
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Glowing SmileyZ' Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta 'Glowing SmileyZ'

Description

A vibrant perennial featuring bright yellow petals with a distinctive dark center, ideal for sunny borders and garden beds.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for flower beds, borders, naturalized areas, and cut flower arrangements.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Rudbeckia hirta 'Glowing SmileyZ'
Common Name: Black-eyed Susan
Size & Growth: Approximately 1.5-3 feet tall and wide, bushy growth habit
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Foliage Type: Grassy, lobed green leaves
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer through fall
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Requirements: Full sun
Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, in large containers
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Generally Non-Toxic
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: Yes
Grows Well With: Echinacea, Salvias, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space plants 18-24 inches apart.
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; tolerates drought once established.
Soil Type: Loamy, well-draining soil
Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
Winter Care: Mulch around plants in colder zones to protect roots.
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer.
Special Care: Remove weeds and monitor for aphids, treat if necessary.