Rudbeckia flower

Rudbeckia - colloquially known as ‘Black Eyed Susans’ (which I generally don’t use because it’s far too long and is also potentially rude to anyone who may be named Susan) are one of those flowers that doesn’t really get the support and recognition it deserves from floral designers and flower farmer

We've rounded up summer plants that can tolerate the heat and look gorgeous while doing it, keeping container gardens and flower beds prospering when the heat is relentless.

Photo about Rudbeckia flower in the garden, autumn background. Image of flowers, yellow, leaf - 154239592

They are actually from the sunflower family and boast a long lifespan as long as they are properly cared for. Likewise they are found often in borders and community entrances that wish for a low landscaping budget with a big welcoming presence.

Flower Friday and this week I’m bringing you Rudbeckia and Echinacea, two late summer favourites native to North America. Recently I indulged in some watercolour crayons, so the last two pics are of a couple of studies I did based on these photos. I like the crayons, they are fun to layer and give me more control than conventional watercolour. #flowerfriday #ottawa #ottawaphoto #flowerphoto #echinaceapurpurea #coneflower #rudbeckia #browneyedsusan

My front yard garden

Rudbeckia flowers are often known as black-eyed Susans and brown-eyed Susans. Discover nine diverse rudbeckia cultivars for your garden.