It is found throughout the state but is rare in western counties. Black-eyed susan prefers full to partial sun. The flowers appear July through August. It prefers full sun and is tolerant of a wide variety of soils. Plant heights can range from 3 to 12 feet.
Stems are bristly and exude a resinous juice.
Its irregularly lobed leaves tend to orient themselves in a north-south direction, hence the common name. Yellow, daisy-like flowers appear from July through August. Both the ray and disk flowers are yellow. Plant heights range from 2 to 3 feet. The stems are slightly squared.