Description
Sonora Black Eyed Susan brings long-lasting color and pollinator-friendly charm to gardens across Massachusetts. This heat-tolerant perennial bursts with bold golden blooms, each highlighted by a large mahogany ring and dark chocolate cone. Blooming from early summer through frost, Sonora Black Eyed Susan creates an extended season of vibrant interest and butterfly activity. Its strong, upright stems make it excellent for borders, cut arrangements, and containers.
Sonora Black Eyed Susan is a favorite for those seeking low-maintenance color with seasonal flair. It thrives in full sun and average soil, offering reliable performance even in tough conditions. The seed heads add visual interest into winter unless harvested for dried floral displays. Sonora Black Eyed Susan is an easy and beautiful choice for Massachusetts gardeners wanting color, resilience, and ecological benefit in one stunning plant.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Rudbeckia 'Sonora'
Color: yellow, red
Light: full sun
Watering: water when the top couple of inches of soil are dry
Soil: well draining
Zone: 4 – 9
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: perennial
Mature Size: height (24″ – 36″), width (18″ – 24″)
Blooming Season: summer – fall
Growth Rate: medium
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