Black Eyed Susan, American Gold Rush Black-Eyed Susan

American Gold Rush Black-Eyed Susan is a compact native herbaceous perennial with an upright clumping habit and hairy green narrow foliage.  The large daisy-like golden yellow flowers have a black-brown center disk and bloom from mid-summer into fall and can experience another bloom if deadheaded.  Flowers best in full sun and rich well-drained soils with consistent moisture.  Drought tolerant once established.  American Gold Rush is resistant to leaf spot.

Type:	Perennial
Origins:	Rudbeckia fulgida var. deamii, Central US
Height:	1.5' - 2'
Spread:	1.5’ - 2'
Spacing:	1.5'
USDA Hardiness Zone:	3 - 9
Culture:	Full Sun, Part Sun
Bloom Color:	Yellow
Season of Interest:	Summer, Fall

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance. Water regularly.  Good air circulation will avoid most diseases and pest issues.
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Native Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Russian Sage, Hibiscus, Daylily