Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldblitz’ | Black-Eyed Susan | Perennial

Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldblitz’ is a new-generation improvement of the beloved classic ‘Goldsturm’, offering earlier flowering, better uniformity, and exceptional garden performance. This radiant perennial produces masses of golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers with a rich dark centre, creating a warm and vibrant display from mid-summer through autumn.

Selected as Perennial Plant of the Year by the Perennial Plant Association, Rudbeckia fulgida is one of the most reliable and widely loved garden perennials. ‘Goldblitz’ builds on this legacy by flowering 14–21 days earlier, making it ideal for growers and gardeners who want strong first-year performance.

This variety forms sturdy, upright plants with excellent branching and uniform growth, making it perfect for borders, landscaping, and container planting. The long-lasting blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, and are also excellent for cutting—bringing a touch of sunshine into bouquets and floral arrangements.

Low-maintenance, durable, and adaptable, ‘Goldblitz’ thrives in a wide range of conditions and delivers consistent results season after season. It is a perfect choice for both professional growers and home gardeners looking for reliable colour and structure in the late summer garden.

Plant Information

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldblitz’
• Plant type: Hardy perennial
• Flower colour: Golden yellow with dark centre
• Flower size: 7–8 cm
• Flower type: Single
• Height: 60–80 cm
• Flowering period: July – October
• Position: Full sun
• Use: Borders, landscaping, containers, cut flowers
• Pollinator friendly: Yes

Sowing & Growing Information

Sow seeds indoors from late winter to early spring.

• Germination is usually quick, but if seeds do not sprout within 3–4 weeks, a cold period (2–4 weeks) can improve results
• Prefers well-drained soil and a sunny position
• Water regularly during establishment, then becomes drought-tolerant
• No special treatment required during production
• Heat-treated seed helps reduce risk of Septoria, though good airflow and spacing are still recommended

Why Choose ‘Goldblitz’?

• Flowers earlier than ‘Goldsturm’ (by 14–21 days)
• More uniform growth and flowering in the first year
• Excellent garden and landscape performance
• Low maintenance and highly reliable
• Ideal for cut flowers and pollinator gardens