Deamii Black Eyed Susan

Plant in spring or fall in average, well-drained soil, spacing 18–24 inches apart. Deamii is a woodland black-eyed Susan with softer-toned, golden-yellow flowers on a more shade-tolerant plant than standard rudbeckia. It adapts to average conditions and tolerates more shade than most rudbeckias. No special soil preparation needed. Water regularly for the first few weeks.

Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowering, or leave seed heads through fall for birds. Divide every three to four years in early spring. No heavy fertilizing needed. Deamii's tolerance of partial shade makes it more versatile than many black-eyed Susan varieties, allowing it to be used in shadier parts of the border. The golden flowers are classic and cheerful, providing important late-season nectar for pollinators.