Black-eyed Susan

Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, preferably heavy but well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: August to October Flower colour: golden yellowOther features: toothed, mid-green leaves; excellent, long lasting cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyLarge, golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers up to 12cm (5in) across with cone-shaped, blackish-brown centres from August to October. This award-winning black-eyed Susan looks great planted in bold drifts with other late summer-flowering perennials and ornamental grasses. Coping well in sun or partial shade, it's ideal for the middle of a border that doesn't dry out over summer.Garden care: Lift and divide congested colonies in autumn or spring. Support with ring stakes or brushwood well before the flowers appear....more Price: £5.45 Source: Crocus •