Rudbeckia hirta Dakota Flame 1G

(Black-Eyed Susan)

Rudbeckia Dakota™ Flame

A compact rudbeckia with bicolored, flame-like petals—typically golden with red/orange blush near the center—flowering strongly through summer. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; excellent in containers and front borders and attractive to pollinators. 

• Plant Patent: n/a
• Container Size: trade gallon
• USDA Zone: 4-9
• Height: 15-18”
• Spread: 15-18”
• Sun Exposure: full sun 
• Soil Moisture: dry to average
• Bloom Time: summer to fall
• Bloom Color: yellow
• Foliage Color: green
• US Native: native selection
• Wildlife Benefit: butterflies, bees
• Notes: drought tolerant, deer tolerant, rabbit tolerant