Black-Eyed Susan 'Cherry Brandy'

Scientific Name: Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'​

Common Name: Cherry Brandy Black-eyed Susan

Hardiness Zone: 5-9​

Hardiness Degree: Hardy to -20°F (-29°C)​

Blooming Season: Mid-summer to fall​

Plant Habit: Compact, upright, clump-forming​

Characteristics: Features 3-4 inch (7.6-10 cm) diameter blooms with red to maroon petals surrounding dark center cones; attracts butterflies and other pollinators; makes excellent cut flowers; may self-seed in favorable conditions

Water: Prefers average, well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established​

Fertilize: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring​

Spacing: 12-16 inches (30-40 cm)​

Height: Up to 24 inches (60 cm)​

Width: Up to 16 inches (40 cm)​

Exposure: Full sun