Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm’, commonly known as Black-Eyed Susan, is a long-blooming, dependable perennial that brings vibrant color and pollinator value to Long Island, New York gardens. This popular selection produces an abundance of brilliant golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers with distinctive dark brown centers from mid-summer into fall, creating a bold and cheerful display in the landscape.
Black-Eyed Susan thrives in full sun and adapts well to average, well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for perennial borders, native-inspired gardens, pollinator gardens, meadows, cottage gardens, and naturalized landscapes. The bright flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, while the sturdy upright growth habit provides excellent structure and seasonal interest. Once established, Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm’ is relatively drought tolerant and low maintenance, making it a reliable choice for sunny Long Island gardens.
Its extended bloom period and easy-care nature make ‘Goldsturm’ Black-Eyed Susan an excellent addition to sustainable landscapes where gardeners want dependable summer color, wildlife value, and lasting visual impact.