Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm')
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The Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’) is native to **eastern and central North America**. While the *Rudbeckia fulgida* species is broadly distributed, the *sullivantii* variety, and specifically the popular ‘Goldsturm’ cultivar, is thought to originate from the **Midwest region of the United States**, particularly states like Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio.
Therefore, the most likely native region is:
* **Midwestern United States**
* More broadly, **Eastern and Central North America**.
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots