Black-Eyed Susan - Rudbeckia hirta

Biennial Open Pollinated. Popular wildflower that performs well in full sun with little attention. Plant produces an abundance of yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. Grown as an annual or short-lived perennial, blooms first year from seed, deer resistant. Pack covers approximately 10 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 12" apart.

Flowers: Good cut flower. Blooms in summer to fall
Attracts: Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects
Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, but needs good drainage
Native: N. American Plains
USDA Zone: 3-9
Plant In: Spring
Planting Depth: 1/16"
Days to Germinate: 7-30 Days
Height At Maturity: 24"-36"
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun/Part Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 539

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Attracts Beneficial Insects
Good Cut Flower
Good Fall Color
Native
Open-Pollinated
Useful in Dye Making
Wildflower

Characteristics

Organic Status : 3 - 9

Bloom Season : Fall

Bloom Season : Summer

Flower Color : Yellow

Growth Habit : Upright

Life Cycle : Biennial

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Plant Usage : Attracts Beneficial Insects

Plant Usage : Medicinal Plant

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Loosen the top two inches of soil. Mix seed with 10 parts vermiculite. Broadcast this mix over the area to be planted. Compress soil and lightly cover with compost or straw.

Guarantee

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Black-Eyed Susan (pack)