Native Plant Spotlight | Brown-Eyed Susan

Native to Riverwoods, Brown-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia triloba) are short-lived perennial plants that produce yellow daisy like petals with large brownish bushy flattened center cones. The flowers have little to no scent and attract many nectar and pollen seeking bees. 

• Ornamental Value: blooms mid to late summer for about 1-2 months. They are often used in beds and around borders. Individual plants can have 6 or more flowers blooming at the same time.
• Growing Conditions: full to partial sun in moist soil is preferred. 
• Mature Size: up to 5 feet tall. 

Native Tree & Shrub Planting Cost-Share Program

To help restore the ecological health of our woodlands, residents are encouraged to plant native trees, shrubs, flowers and other plant species.  You might qualify for a Native Tree & Shrub Planting cost-share program, with the Village covering half of the cost of the plants and the planting. 

Your property may qualify for one or more of the Village's Cost-Share programs, which can not only help restore the ecological health of Riverwoods, but can also improve your property's ornamental landscape and real estate value. To see which cost-share programs your property qualifies for, request an Ecological Consultation with the Village Ecologist.