Perennial – Black-Eyed Susan ‘Little Gold Star’

Black-Eyed Susan ‘Little Gold Star’ 

Botanical name: rudbeckia fulgida ‘little gold star’ 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 1-2 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: yellow/orange 

Bloom time:  summer 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed throughout the growing season 

Propagation methods: propagate by division during the spring or fall months 

Landscape use: pollinator garden, wildflower garden, edging/borders, container plant 

Special features: attracts pollinators, deer resistant, disease resistant 

Light needs: 4-6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil:  clay, loam 

Companion plants: russian sage, purple coneflower, autumn joy sedum

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets but mildly toxic for livestock if ingested 

Invasive species: no