Cherokee Sunset Black-Eyed Susan is a long-season native herbaceous perennial with an upright clumping habit and dark blue green narrow foliage. The large semi-double daisy-like flowers come in multiple shades of orange, golden yellow, bronze, or bicolor with have a black-brown center disk and bloom all summer into fall. Flowers best in full sun and consistent moisture. Drought tolerant once established.
Rudbeckia hirta is a host plant for the Silvery Checkerspot, Gorgone Checkerspot, Bordered Patch butterfly. The nectar attracts various bees and butterflies.
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Type: |
Perennial |
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Origins: |
North America, GA Native |
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Height: |
2′ – 3′ |
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Spread: |
1’ – 2′ |
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Spacing: |
1.5′ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 – 9 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Orange/Yellow |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer, Fall |
