Black- Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)

Family: Aster Family (Asteraceae)

Other Names: Yellow Daisy, Golden-Jerusalem, English Bull's-Eye

Origin: Native

Historic First Bloom Seen: June 23*

GPS For Stand: N 39°04.602' W 84°24.946'

Interesting Facts: This native wildflower is common in dry, open areas of the preserve but rarely seen in the forest areas. The seeds of this wildflower are a popular food source for birds such as Goldfinches and Chickadees.

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.