Rudbeckia hirta 'Indian Summer' (Brown-Eyed Susan)

Rudbeckia hirta ‘Indian Summer’

A vibrant and hardy biennial, Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’ produces bright yellow to orange-yellow flowers with striking chocolate-brown centers. Its coarse, hairy foliage adds texture to borders, meadows, and cottage gardens. This long-lasting plant often self-seeds, returning year after year and extending its presence in the garden.

Native to Eastern and Central America, it shares the same natural resilience as its parent species, thriving in a variety of garden conditions.

Flower Color: Yellow to orange-yellow with chocolate-brown center
Bloom Time: Summer
Height: 24–36"
Spread: 18–24"
Habit: Coarse, hairy, biennial
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Zones: 3–7

A dependable, colorful choice for naturalistic plantings and pollinator-friendly gardens.

Photo: Growing Colors