Black-Eyed Susan 'Toto Rustic'
Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic'
4-inch
 
Compact, with excellent branching, Rudbeckia hirta 'Toto Rustic' is a dwarf biennial boasting large black-eyed daisy flowers with petals in a range of shades from yellow through to gold, orange, bronze and deep mahogany-red, often with contrasting tips. Blooming profusely from early summer to frost, it provides months of eye-catching color. The flowers are produced in such quantities that they almost cover the bushy fresh green foliage. An outstanding cut flower, its seed heads have good winter interest. Remove and discard spent flowers to encourage extended blooming. 
 
While hardy to zone 5, 'Total Gold' is usually grown as an annual for two reasons: the PNW's wet soil often contributes to root rot, and the most profuse blooms are only realized in its first year. 
 
Annual
Full sun
Grows 12-24 in. tall x 10-12 in. wide
Spacing 10-12 in.