Hello, Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! It has definitely turned into a hot summer. However, we have plenty of moisture ...

If patience isn't your strong suit, you can still grow coneflowers from seed, just opt for Rudbeckia hirta which often flowers in its first season, despite being a perennial. Read more: 25 Flower Bed ...

One of the most well-known species is Rudbeckia hirta, commonly known as the black-eyed Susan. This perennial plant is native to eastern North America and has been a popular garden plant since the ...

Black-Eyed Susans get their name because of the black center of the flower, which is frequently called a "black eye." ...

Sedums make a superb addition to garden borders. They love the sun and can also tolerate drought, which is why they are great ...

Rudbeckia hirta is the botanical name for our bright yellow black-eyed Susans that light up our gardens in late summer and fall. “Hirta” means hairy because the stems and leaves have hairs ...

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Rudbeckia hirta is a seasonal headliner in a dry meadow designed by Kelly D. Norris, supported by big bluestem grass (Andropogon gerardii Holy Smoke) and blue grama grass (Bouteloua gracilis ...

The Rudbeckia hirta — the plant’s scientific name — resembles a sunflower with its bright-yellow petals. It’s the official state flower of Maryland. The cocktail, ...

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