Orange Coneflower

Showy Black-Eyed Susan, also known as Orange Coneflower, brings long-lasting color and pollinator action to the summer garden. From mid-summer into fall, this spreading perennial is topped with masses of rich golden-orange blooms that seem to glow in late-day light, each centered with a chocolate-brown cone. These nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators in droves, while goldfinches and other seed-loving birds arrive in fall for the seed heads.

The plant’s mounding green foliage forms a tidy base, and over time, Rudbeckia fulgida gently spreads by rhizomes and self-seeding to form broad drifts of color. It's a standout in mass plantings, borders, and pollinator gardens, especially when paired with grasses or other late-season bloomers.

Why Choose Showy Black-Eyed Susan?

• Long bloom season from summer into fall.
• Supports butterflies and seed-eating birds.
• Forms lush colonies with minimal care.
• Glowing, sunset-colored blooms add warm contrast.
• Great for meadows, borders, and naturalistic plantings.
  

Divide every few years to maintain vigor and control spread. Remove unwanted seedlings in spring or fall, or let it roam for a full, natural look.

• Consider dividing well-established plants to control size and spread
• Seedlings may occasionally need to be removed to control spread if desired