Perennials

Rudbeckia fulgida 'Viette’s Little Suzy'

Viette’s Little Suzy black-eyed Susan

Rudbeckia fulgida 'Viette’s Little Suzy', Photo: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0.

A compact black-eyed Susan with sunny yellow flowers. Foliage takes on mahogany tones in fall. Plant it at the front of a border or grow it in a container.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 12–14 in. tall × 15 in. wide
Water: Moderate; well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8
Bloom: Yellow; summer.

Sizes & prices

#1$16.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Wet soil: Avoid waterlogged crowns.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies

Native range

Native range / parentage: Cultivated selection of a Kentucky-native species; not wild local stock.

Growing & care

Maintenance: Leave seedheads for birds in winter. Divide crowded clumps in spring or fall; taller stems may need support.

Sources & photo credits

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Royal Horticultural Society

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NC State Extension

Photo: David J. Stang · CC BY-SA 4.0

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.