Black-eyed Susan
Gloriosa daisy is an annual or short-lived perennial flower. In August, sturdy stems bear large daisy-like flowers. Each bloom has a dark brown center and is surrounded by wide petals that range in color from yellow to orange to brown. The leaves form a low dense mound.
Black-eyed Susan
Gloriosa daisy is an annual or short-lived perennial flower. In August, sturdy stems bear large daisy-like flowers. Each bloom has a dark brown center and is surrounded by wide petals that range in color from yellow to orange to brown. The leaves form a low dense mound.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Rudbeckia hirta
Pronunciation
rud-BEK-ee-a HER-tuh
Mature Height
2 to 3 ft.
Mature Spread
1 to 2 ft.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow, orange and red
Bloom time
August
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
central United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3-7
Elevation Limit
hardy to 9,000 ft.
Performance
This plant is a nice performer at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. Individual plants die after one or two years, but new seedling appear to replace the original plants.
Maintenance
This is a short-lived perennial, so it is a good idea to leave the seedhead in place to encourage volunteer seedlings. Remove the last season's growth in early spring.