High Country Gardens
Rudbeckia fulgida v. deamii
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking to support local wildlife.
Deam’s Black Eyed Susan is a vigorous, award-winning perennial wildflower celebrated for its profusion of large, golden-orange flowers with black centers, blooming reliably in mid-summer. This coneflower is exceptionally tough and easy to grow, thriving in most soil types with plenty of sun. It offers significant habitat and food for pollinators like native bees and butterflies, and its seed heads provide winter interest for songbirds. Recognized for its sturdy, upright habit and pest resistance, it's a low-maintenance garden favorite.
$14.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
848
/ 2577
#848 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Life Cycle
Perennial
/ Perennial
Who it's for
- Homeowners wanting vibrant color throughout the late season
- Water-conscious gardeners seeking low-maintenance landscape solutions
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to fungal foliage issues
- Gardeners with limited space or strict planting boundaries
- Busy gardeners who prefer a hands-off maintenance routine
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Impact
A powerhouse for supporting local bee and butterfly populations.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives with minimal intervention once established in the garden.
Hardiness and Resilience
Exceptionally tough against pests and adaptable to various soil conditions.
Seasonal Longevity
Reliable summer blooms followed by valuable winter interest for birds.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters browsing wildlife, keeping your flower beds intact.
Growth Habit
Sturdy, upright stems eliminate the need for unsightly garden staking.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
Flower Species
Daisy
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Bloom Season
Summer
Fragrance Level
No Fragrance
Pet Safe
No
Growth Habit
Upright
Features
- Outstanding wildflower with golden-orange blooms
- Vigorous and tough perennial
- Attracts pollinators and birds
- Deer Resistant
- RHS Award of Garden Merit recipient
- Provides winter interest
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Sturdy, upright habit
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the plants received, noting they arrive healthy and well rooted. The primary theme is reliability; this Rudbeckia establishes quickly and demonstrates remarkable vigor, even in challenging high desert or dry conditions. Gardeners appreciate its long lasting, prolific bloom period, confirming its status as a dependable, low maintenance perennial that delivers outstanding garden performance and value.
Know before you buy
This plant performs best in full sun, meaning at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. While it can tolerate partial sun, you will see the most vigorous growth and the heaviest flower production when it is planted in a bright, sunny location.
Yes, Rudbeckia fulgida v. deamii is generally avoided by deer. While no plant is completely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, its sturdy, textured foliage is typically unappealing to them compared to more tender garden plants.
Deam’s Black Eyed Susan has a sturdy, upright habit and is considered a well-behaved perennial. It will gradually form a clump over time, but it is not known for being invasive or spreading aggressively through underground runners.
It is best to leave the seed heads intact after the flowers fade. They provide essential food for songbirds during the winter months and add structural interest to your garden when other plants have gone dormant.
Yes, this variety is highly adaptable and thrives in various soil types, including clay, sandy, and loamy soils. Just ensure the planting site is well-drained, as the roots do not like to sit in standing water.
No, this plant is not considered pet-safe. If you have curious pets that tend to chew on garden plants, it is best to place this Rudbeckia in an area of your yard that is inaccessible to them.
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