Zone 8 · Black-Eyed Susan
Planting Black-Eyed Susan in Zone 8
Rudbeckia hirta
✅ Black-Eyed Susan thrives in zone 8 (hardy 3–9)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Black-Eyed Susan outside
Last frost has passed. Plant transplants after last frost. Drought tolerant once established.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around March 15
Zone's first frost
around November 15
Bloom window
July – October
Peak bloom
August
Sun required
full sun, part sun
Mature height
28"
Spacing
18" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Black-Eyed Susan in zone 8
Plant transplants after last frost. Drought tolerant once established.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Black-Eyed Susan peaks in August. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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