Depending on the growing conditions, this plant may act as an annual, biennial, or as a short-lived perennial. Black-eyed Susan is native North American praire plant with daisy-like flowers with dark centers on 1-2 ft. stems. The leaves are covered with bristly hairs that are not susceptible to aphids. It tolerates clay soil, but needs adequate drainage. Consider ammending heavy clay with sharp grit, or planting in a bed or container.

Water Use: Light to Medium

Light Requirement: Sun

Soil Moisture: Damp to dry

Soil type: Sand, clay, loam

Soil pH: <6.8

Drought Tolerance: Moderate

Deciduous perennial

Special attributes: Attracts beneficial insects, bumble bee plant, and deer resistant. Attracts graniverous birds.