Rudbeckia triloba typically starts flowering in late June or early July.
brown-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia triloba
Brown-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia triloba) is a a wildflower typically found in North America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and produces yellow and maroon flowers, ranging from 2-3 inches across. Each bloom has several long, drooping yellow petals with a deep maroon or purple center cone. It is an adaptable and tolerant species, making it easy to grow and maintain in home gardens. Brown-eyed Susan can thrive in areas of direct, full sun and in normal, well-drained soils. This perennial provides a great splash of color to any garden and is a beneficial source of food for wildlife.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow rays with brown-purple center disk Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Brown-eyed Susans need to be watered deeply but infrequently, usually about once every 10-14 days. The key is to make sure the soil is evenly and thoroughly moist without overly saturating it. As such, it is best to use a soaker hose or a drip irrigation system. It is also important to check for soil moisture between watering cycles and adjust accordingly, as conditions can vary depending on season, weather, and other external factors.
sunlight
Brown-eyed Susans need plenty of direct sunlight for at least 6-8 hours per day. These sun-loving plants can also benefit from some indirect or filtered light. In late spring and summer, the plant will benefit from even more sunlight from noon until sunset. Avoid exposing the plant to direct sunlight during the middle of the day in the hottest part of the summer when the direct sunlight can cause the plant to wilt or become scorched. The plant should still get enough sunlight to bloom.
pruning
Brown-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia triloba) should be lightly pruned in early spring or late fall. Pruning should involve removing any dead or damaged stems and cutting back plant height to promote more bushy growth. Deadheading blooms can be done throughout the growing season to encourage new flowers. However, pruning should not be excessive as to avoid damaging the root system or reducing the overall blooming potential of the plant.
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Starts Flowering
