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Rudbeckia Hirta Seeds - Moroccan Sun
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Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia Hirta Moroccan Sun Mix) - Beaming tones of golden yellow, copper red and marmalade orange radiate warmth in this mix of semi-double to fully double blossoms. Blooming from summer to first frost, this cheerful mix provides top-notch cut flowers growing 18 inches tall and wide.MORE RUDBECKIA OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 30 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press in to soil
SOWING RATE
3 - 4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
18 inches
Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia Hirta Moroccan Sun Mix) - Beaming tones of golden yellow, copper red and marmalade orange radiate warmth in this mix of semi-double to fully double blossoms. Blooming from summer to first frost, this cheerful mix provides top-notch cut flowers growing 18 inches tall and wide. Other common names are coneflowers, gloriosa daisy, and black-eyed susans. This rudbeckia mix is heat tolerant and can be used as a bedding or cut flower. Blooms from spring until frost in full sun.
Common Questions
What are good perennial companion plants for black-eyed Susan?
Black-eyed Susans and various Rudbeckia plants beautifully enhance the vibrant hues of blue and purple flowers, such as Veronica. They also pair wonderfully with other jewel tones, including Sedum 'Autumn Joy', purple coneflowers, and New England asters.
How do you winterize black-eyed Susan?
Black-eyed Susans are resilient to winter conditions, thriving in USDA zone 3, which means they don’t require winterization. However, the plants do benefit from having their stalks cut back in the fall and being covered with a generous layer of mulch.
Can I use it as a cut flower?
Yes, these flowers are excellent for long lasting cut flowers.
Do flowers attract any pollinators?
Yes, butterflies and song birds are attracted to these flowers.
Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?
Yes, to encourage a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead any spent blooms.
What are some good ways to use these flowers?
These are spectacular in mass plantings, perennial borders, cottage gardens, cut flower gardens, or in prairies and meadows.
