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GOLDBLITZ BLACK-EYED SUSAN
Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldblitz'
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List Price $25.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 3-9 · Mature Height: 24-28 Inches · Mature Spread: 14-18 Inches
Meet Goldblitz Black-Eyed Susan, the early-bird Rudbeckia that refuses to wait for midsummer to start the show. This compact, upright cultivar bursts out of the gate with golden-yellow daisies encircling deep brown cones—classic, cheerful, irresistibly sunny. Even better, it blooms in its very first year from seed, giving gardeners near-instant gratification and a longer stretch of color.
Despite its smaller footprint, Goldblitz Black-Eyed Susan packs an oversized punch in garden performance. The sturdy stems make it an all-star both in the landscape and in vases, holding their blooms beautifully for long-lasting cut flowers. Throughout the warm season, bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects flock to its nectar-rich rays, while goldfinches arrive later to enjoy the seed heads—turning your garden into a lively, multi-season habitat.
Recognized with a prestigious Fleuroselect Gold Medal Award, Goldblitz Black-Eyed Susan stands out for durability, flower power, and distinctive charm. Whether tucked into a small garden, brightening the steps to a front porch, or naturalizing in a sunny meadow-style planting, this Rudbeckia is reliable, heat-tolerant, drought-tough, and wonderfully low maintenance. It's the kind of plant that quietly makes you look like a gardening genius.
Family: Asteraceae · Common Name: Black-Eyed Susan
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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GOLDBLITZ BLACK-EYED SUSAN Plant Characteristics
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - Low Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Moderate Resistance |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Perennial |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Low Water Use |
| • | Moist |
| • | Tolerates High pH (Alkaline Soils) |
| • | Tolerates Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Tissue Culture |
Season of Interest*
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Summer Flowering |
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GOLDBLITZ BLACK-EYED SUSAN Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Thrives in loamy, sandy, or sandy-humus soils.
- Prefers organically rich, well-draining ground.
- Tolerates poorer or lean soils once established.
- Avoid heavy, soggy soils that can cause crown issues.
- Sun Exposure:
- Full sun is ideal for maximum flowering.
- Tolerates partial sun but produces fewer blooms.
- Excellent for open cottage gardens and meadow borders.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Moderate water during establishment.
- Once mature, highly drought-tolerant.
- Water deeply but infrequently; avoid overwatering.
- Mulch lightly to retain moisture in hot climates.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Compost top-dressing improves soil structure.
- Generally doesn't require heavy feeding to thrive.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming.
- Remove spent blooms early if you want to prevent self-seeding.
- Leave seed heads intact if feeding winter songbirds.
- Cut back to the base after frost for tidy regrowth.
- Deer and rabbits typically avoid it—low-maintenance and resilient.
Interesting Notes About GOLDBLITZ BLACK-EYED SUSAN
- Gold Medal Glow-Up: 'Goldblitz' earned a Fleuroselect Gold Medal—an international honor given only to cultivars that outperform the competition in trials.
- First-Year Fireworks: Unlike many Rudbeckia, 'Goldblitz' blooms its very first year from seed, giving gardeners an extended display.
- Native Roots: As a selection of Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii, it hails from a North American species known for toughness and pollinator value.
- Compact But Mighty: Its tidy size makes it a perfect Black-Eyed Susan for smaller gardens and urban landscapes where space matters.
- Bird Buffet: After the golden blooms fade, the chocolate-brown seed cones become natural snacks for goldfinches and other small songbirds.
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