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Blackeyed Susan

Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum'

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Overview

The Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm') is a hardy, North American native perennial, renowned for its vibrant golden-yellow petals encircling a dark brown cone-shaped center. This plant typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads about 18 to 24 inches. 'Goldsturm' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It blooms profusely from late summer to fall, providing long-lasting color and attracting pollinators.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–9Type Perennial
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — is a vivacious perennial that is a staple in any sunny garden landscape for its ease of care and bright
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — The Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm') is a hardyBlackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — \'Goldsturm\' should be planted in masses or driftsBlackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — This plant typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads about 18 to 24 inchesBlackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — perennial with gold and multi-colored bloomsBlackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — They are drought-resistant once established and adapt well to a variety of soil conditionsBlackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — It blooms profusely from late summer to fall, providing long-lasting color and attracting pollinators+18

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature height
1.5–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

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Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — is a vivacious perennial that is a staple in any sunny garden landscape for its ease of care and bright
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — The Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm') is a hardy
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — \'Goldsturm\' should be planted in masses or drifts
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — This plant typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height and spreads about 18 to 24 inches
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — perennial with gold and multi-colored blooms
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — They are drought-resistant once established and adapt well to a variety of soil conditions
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — It blooms profusely from late summer to fall, providing long-lasting color and attracting pollinators
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — renowned for its vibrant golden-yellow petals encircling a dark brown cone-shaped center
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — feature golden-yellow petals radiating from a prominent
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — sullivantii \'Goldsturm\'
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — ensuring a resilient addition to the landscape.<br><br>For maximum visual impact
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — preferring full sun but can tolerate light shade
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — The foliage is deep green
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — and sometimes slightly hairy
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — about 3 to 4 inches in diameter
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — The Black-eyed Susan, or Rudbeckia fulgida var
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — This cultivar typically reaches a height of 24 to 30 inches with a similar spread
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — gold and multi-colored flowers in the garden
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — North American native perennial
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — dark brown central cone - the "black eye" that gives this plant its common name
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — With minimal maintenance aside from deadheading to encourage continuous flowering
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — 'Goldsturm' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — though they favor well-drained loamy soil
Blackeyed Susan (Rudbeckia F.S. 'Goldstrum') — The plant\'s robust nature makes it resistant to most pests and diseases
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