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Rudbeckia hirta 'Rustic Colors'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Rudbeckia hirta 'Rustic Colors' (black-eyed Susan) bears brown blossoms during mid summer to mid-fall. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Rudbeckia hirta 'Rustic Colors' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Rudbeckia hirta 'Rustic Colors' (black-eyed Susan) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.