Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' (black-eyed Susan) bears showy, brown, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to late fall. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has deep green foliage that is matte and coarse textured.
Typical Uses
Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and pollution.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' (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. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
