07/23/2024
Rudbeckia hirta, commonly called Black-Eyed Susan, is a favorite in gardens, but is also a native wildflower in North America. It is characterized by a 2-3 ft stalk with a bright yellow flower and petals arranged in a ray around a black or brown button. It can be spotted in well drained prairies and can be quite impressive in large colonies. The seed heads of this flower can last well into the winter, providing some interest during that time of the year.
Common Name: Black-Eyed Susan
Species Recorded: Rudbeckia hirta
Date Recorded: 7/27/2024
Native Where Recorded: Yes
Where: Hoover Nature Trail, Hoover Reservoir Park, Westerville, Ohio
Bloom Status: Peak Bloom
Color and Shape: Deep yellow flowers with petals arranged in a flat pattern around a black or brown button. Usually 2-3 ft tall.
Density of Colony: Dense
More information can be found on my Resource Page for Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta).
