Rising Sun®Red - Black-Eyed Susan

Rising Sun® Red is an entry in Green Fuse Botanicals’ Rudbeckia Rising Sun® program and is identified by the company as Rudbeckia hirta. Its red selection adds a warm accent to the dark-centered, daisy-like flowers associated with black-eyed Susan. ## Siting and seasonal interest Grow it in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. NC State Extension describes Rudbeckia hirta as an upright, branching plant that flowers from midsummer into fall and attracts pollinators; it also suits borders, naturalized areas, and pollinator gardens. Mature size and winter performance depend on the selection and local conditions, so use the plant label for site-specific dimensions. Green Fuse’s [Rising Sun Red page](https://green-fuse.com/new/rudbeckia-rising-sun/rudbeckia-rising-sun-red/) identifies this exact entry, while [NC State Extension’s species guide](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/rudbeckia-hirta/) provides general siting and seasonal guidance. ## Maintenance Water regularly while plants establish, then during extended dry spells. Remove spent flowers to encourage continued bloom; leave some heads in place if you want the plant to self-seed.