Black Eyed Susan
Rudbeckia
The Black Eyed Susan is a staple in the perennial garden, and shows off loads of blooms and color every summer. An extremely hardy perennial, the Black Eyed Susan is not fussy about soil conditions, and is very drought resistant once established. Planted in full sun, these plants will bloom well into fall with little or no care.
A dose of slow release fertilizer in spring will be greatly appreciated, and occasional watering in drought conditions will keep these cheery yellow flowers coming back stronger every year. When the planting gets too large for it's space, divide the plant in spring when it begins to reappear, then trade with a neighbor for some plant they may be dividing, or just share yours. What a wonderful way to be neighborly, and perhaps add a new perennial to your own collection! Best of all, these plants are deer resistant, but keep in mind deer may try anything if they are desperate. Paired with purple coneflower, these two make wonderful taller backdrops in your perennial garden.
By: Sandy Weinkam
A.J. Rahn Greenhouses
A dose of slow release fertilizer in spring will be greatly appreciated, and occasional watering in drought conditions will keep these cheery yellow flowers coming back stronger every year. When the planting gets too large for it's space, divide the plant in spring when it begins to reappear, then trade with a neighbor for some plant they may be dividing, or just share yours. What a wonderful way to be neighborly, and perhaps add a new perennial to your own collection! Best of all, these plants are deer resistant, but keep in mind deer may try anything if they are desperate. Paired with purple coneflower, these two make wonderful taller backdrops in your perennial garden.
By: Sandy Weinkam
A.J. Rahn Greenhouses
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