About the
Black-eyed Susan - Indian Summer :
The Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’, Rudbeckia
hirta, is an easy to grow perennial with
large flower heads of golden yellow with
dark eyes that bloom form July to September.
Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’ has a plant spread
of 12-18” and a height of 34-48”. The dark
green foliage sits at the bottom on the tall
daisy-like flowers and turns to mahogany in
the fall. ‘Indian Summer’ in an AAS winner,
and one can see why.
‘Indian Summers’ 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’ or with ornamental
grasses.
