Dry Sandy Bed Under Kitchen Window: Black-Eyed Susan Thrives on Neglect

Rudbeckia 'Goldsturm' (black-eyed Susan) is perfect: 2–3 ft tall, 2 ft wide, golden daisies July–October, thrives in sand, laughs at drought, zero maintenance. Plant 3–4 in your 2×7 ft bed. They'll fill it in one season. Pair with a clump of ornamental grass (e.g., little bluestem) for winter structure.