• Other species
  • Perennial
  • Zones 4–9
  • Yellow
  • Single

American Gold Rush

Perennial other species black-eyed Susan in yellow, blooming in midsummer, late summer, and fall. Single golden yellow flowers about 2 inches across with a black center eye. USDA zones 4–9.

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A American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant
A American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant

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American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden
American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden

At a glance

Flower form
Other species Single · 2 in (5 cm)
Colors
  • Yellow
Blooms
Midsummer, Late summer, Fall
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
2 ft (56–61 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
USDA zones 4–9 Perennial
Planted as
Plant
Botanical name
Rudbeckia hybrid

In the garden

  • Seldom severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)

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Origin

Hybrid bred by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens for resistance to Septoria leaf spot; 2020 All-America Selections herbaceous perennial winner and 2023 Perennial Plant of the Year.

Bred by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens

Sources

Where to buy

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  • Gurney'sLive plant

    1 Potted Plant | Fall

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    $12.99Checked Oct 14, 2026
  • White Flower FarmLive plant

    Fall

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    $19.00Checked Oct 14, 2026
  • Spring Hill NurseryLive plant

    PREMIUM / 1 Plant(s) | Ships in Spring

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    $19.99Checked Oct 14, 2026
  • Garden Goods DirectLive plant

    1 Gallon Pot

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    $32.95Checked Oct 14, 2026
  • Nature Hills NurseryLive plant

    #1 Container

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    $40.33Checked Oct 14, 2026

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All photos

  • A American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant
    A American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant
  • American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden
    American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan plants in bloom in a garden

Questions

Is American Gold Rush hardy in my zone?

American Gold Rush survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 4 to 9. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.

Does American Gold Rush need full sun?

American Gold Rush grows in full sun.

When does American Gold Rush bloom?

American Gold Rush blooms in midsummer, late summer, and fall.

Is American Gold Rush good for cutting?

Our sources don't list American Gold Rush as a cut flower or give a vase life for it.

See also

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A Glitters Like Gold black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Glitters Like Gold Hybrid black-eyed Susan with 3 inch golden flowers, 2 to 3 feet, July to September. Other speciesMidsummerMedium height
A Green Wizard black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Green Wizard Rayless western coneflower with black cones and green sepals, 3 to 5 feet tall. Other speciesEarly summerTall
A Rudbeckia missouriensis black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Rudbeckia missouriensis Native Missouri coneflower with yellow rays and black centers, 2 to 3 feet, June to October. Other speciesEarly summerMedium height
A Summerblaze black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Summerblaze Compact upright black-eyed Susan, yellow rays and dark disks, July to September. Other speciesMidsummerMedium height

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A Autumn Forest black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Autumn Forest Annual black-eyed Susan with 5 inch blooms in red, yellow and mahogany shades. Rudbeckia hirtaLate springMedium height
A Cherokee Sunset black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Cherokee Sunset AAS winning mix of mostly double black-eyed Susans in orange, gold, bronze and chocolate. Rudbeckia hirtaEarly summerMedium height
A Denver Daisy black-eyed Susan flower up close on the plant Denver Daisy Short-lived perennial black-eyed Susan with brown and gold blooms from midsummer to fall. Rudbeckia hirtaMidsummerMedium height
Golda Emanis Giant coneflower with golden spring foliage and tall yellow flowers, June to July. Rudbeckia maximaEarly summerTall

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