.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Goldblitz' Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldblitz' Description This vibrant perennial features bright yellow flowers with distinctive black centers, blooming from mid-summer to fall. Its bushy, upright form adds cheerful color to borders and pollinator gardens. Suggested Uses Perfect for flower beds, borders, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Suitable for mass planting or as a focal point in landscape design. Plant Details Botanical Name: Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldblitz' Common Name: Goldblitz' Black-eyed Susan Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall with a similar spread, bushy growth habit. Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous, lance-shaped green leaves Bloom Time: Mid to late summer through fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with adequate sunlight Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Slightly toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Coneflower, Blazing Star, Lavender Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose a sunny location, spacing 18-24 inches apart. Water regularly until established. Soil Moisture: Well-drained soil, keep moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soils with good drainage. Humidity: Average garden humidity suffices. Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones, cut back in late fall. Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep when transplanting. Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.