Rudbeckia hirta

(black-eyed Susan)

Height Type Sunlight Moisture
12" - 36" biennial, short-lived perennial

Habitat:Fields, open woods, clearings, roadsides and waste areas. The preference is full sun, and slightly moist to moderately dry soil conditions. Any reasonably fertile soil will be satisfactory. This plant is fast to mature and easy to grow, although short-lived.