Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia Hirta Green Eyes) - Grown from Rudbeckia seeds, this variety is both attractive and very unique. Rudbeckia Green Eyes features large 4 - 5 inch blooms that are golden-yellow in color with bright olive, green cones. They are heavy blooming and make excellent cut flowers as well as being drought resistant.

Sow Rudbeckia Hirta seeds outdoors in the spring after the danger of frost has passed. Prepare soil by loosening the top 1 - 2 inches and removing any weeds. Sow the flower seeds into the loosened soil and rake in. Walk over the area to gently press the flower seeds into the soil. Keep the seeds moist until germination. The seedlings transplant well and should be spaced 12 - 18 inches apart. The Green Eyes Rudbeckia plant forms a clump that will reach 12 inches in width or more.

Green Eyes grows best in full sun and well-drained, average soil. Rudbeckia Hirta flowers can be prone to root rot and powdery mildew. Space plants apart to encourage good air flow and allow the soil to dry between watering. This popular ornamental is at home in wildflower gardens, cutting gardens and mixed xeriscape borders. It will self-sow, gently dropping its flower seeds when blooms begin to fade.