| Perennial | Flowers: clump forming | Foliage Spring till autumn, can provide winter structure if not cut back in autumn, flowers August to October. | | --------- | ---------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | **Scientific Name** Rudbeckia fulgida **Common Name** Black-Eyed Susan, Coneflower, **Origin** Native to North America, but this was first introduced in Germany. **Pruning Tips** Deadhead regularly. Can cut back in autumn but stems and seedheads can look great over winter if left, and provide feed for birds too! **Wildlife Value** One of the RHS' Plants for Pollinators, this plant's flowers are rich in nectar and pollen. It is known for attracting bees, amongst other pollinators. If you leave the seedheads over winter, they can provide forage for birds. **Positioning** This plant does best in full sun but can take partial shade. A spot facing south, east or west will work well. It can gr