Rudbeckia Early Bird Gold

Black Eyed Susan

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Classic sunny-yellow petals surround dark-brown centers.

You guessed it - blooms early and also long - from June to October! Classic sunny-yellow petals surround dark-brown, dome-shaped centers. A bouquet of black-eyed Susans will brighten any day.

Rudbeckia Early Bird Gold is stunning in mass plantings. Best flowering will occur with full sun. A member of the sunflower family, native to North America. Combines well with ornamental grasses. Butterflies, bees and other beneficial pollinators are attracted to Black-eyed Susan.

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Classic sunny-yellow petals surround dark-brown centers.

You guessed it - blooms early and also long - from June to October! Classic sunny-yellow petals surround dark-brown, dome-shaped centers. A bouquet of black-eyed Susans will brighten any day.

Rudbeckia Early Bird Gold is stunning in mass plantings. Best flowering will occur with full sun. A member of the sunflower family, native to North America. Combines well with ornamental grasses. Butterflies, bees and other beneficial pollinators are attracted to Black-eyed Susan.

Code RUEB

Patent PP20,286

Plant Type Perennials

Species fulgida

Height Medium 24"

Spacing Plant 24" apart

Bloom Time Early Summer to Mid-Fall

Sun / Shade Full Sun

Zones 3-9

Soil Type Normal, Clay, Sandy, Acidic

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Features

  • Beneficial for Pollinators
  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Good for Cut Flowers
  • Deer Resistant
  • Long-Blooming
  • Winter Interest

Rudbeckia General Information

Rudbeckia fulgida are upright, clump-forming perennials with deep-yellow, daisy-like flowers with a brown/black center cone. Long-lasting, prolific flowering. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Rudbeckia Plant Care

Prefer moist, fertile well-drained soil. Although drought tolerant, Rudbeckia bloom better with ample moisture. Pinching can produce more compact plants in taller varieties. Allow seeds to fall to assure permanence in the garden. Spent flower heads can be cut back to prevent too many volunteers. Can be divided every 4 years in spring. Spent foliage can be cut back to 6" for a flush of new growth.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zones 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zones 8, 9 10: Early April

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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