About the
Black-eyed Susan - Goldsturm :
The Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm Black-Eyed
Susan’, Rudbeckia fulgida, is an easy to
grow perennial with large flower heads of
golden yellow and black to brown centers.
The flower heads are 3½ to 5 inches across,
with a plant spread of 18-24” and a height
of 24”. The dark green foliage sits at the
bottom on the tall daisy-like flowers and
bloom from July to September. Rudbeckia
‘Goldstrum Black Eyed-Susan’ was selected
Perennial of the Year in 1999, and one can
see why.
‘Black-Eyed Susans’ need to be grown in
full sun in somewhat moist soil conditions
in a well-drained area. It is great in
borders, for cut flowers or for naturalized
areas. Rudbeckia attracts butterflies,
provides food for birds in the winter and is
mildew-resistant. Plant in masses with
Veronica ‘Goodness Grows’, Alchemilla
‘Lady’s Mantle’ or with ornamental grasses
