Brown-Eyed Susan is a short-lived perennial or biennial. It features an abundance of small, golden-yellow flowers with dark brown centers, blooming profusely from midsummer to fall. The plant is valued for its airy, branching habit and its ability to self-seed, making it a reliable presence in gardens.
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Growth Habits & Characteristics:
•Height: 3–5 feet
•Spread: 2–3 feet
•Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
•Soil Preferences: Adaptable; thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil but tolerates poor soil and drought conditions
•Lifespan: Short-lived perennial or biennial, but self-seeds readily
•Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall
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Host Insect:
Silvery Checkerspot (Chlosyne nycteis), which uses it as a larval host plant.
Supports various native bees, butterflies, and moths. 
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Companion Plants:
•Purple Coneflower
•Wild Bergamot
•Butterfly Milkweed
•Goldenrod
•Little Bluestem
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Ecological Importance:
•Pollinator Magnet: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
•Bird Habitat: Finches and other seed-eating birds feed on the seed heads in fall and winter.
•Resilient & Low Maintenance: Tolerates drought, poor soils, and deer browsing, making it an excellent choice for native plant gardens, prairies, and meadow plantings.
•Erosion Control: Deep roots help stabilize soil in restoration projects and rain gardens.