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Rudbeckia Hirta Seeds - Ruby Gold
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Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia Hirta Ruby Gold) - Expect armloads of big bright blooms from this irrepressible duo of Black-eyed Susans! Unforgettable yellow and deep red with darker marks near the base make an unforgettable combination in the sunny garden or as a cut flower.MORE RUDBECKIA OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 30 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover 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 Ruby Gold) - Expect armloads of big bright blooms from this irrepressible duo of Black-eyed Susans! Unforgettable yellow and deep red with darker marks near the base make an unforgettable combination in the sunny garden or as a cut flower. This long blooming rudbeckia will have you picking flowers from midsummer until frost season begins!
The flowers open in hot, sun-soaked conditions, and once this plant is established, it doesn't mind unseasonable levels of heat, humidity, rain, cold, or even drought. Poor soil is no problem, though best blooming will be in enriched garden soil with adequate water. This plant reaches about 20 to 24 inches high and nearly as wide, with good branching and healthy foliage. More compact than wild Rudbeckia, it is a magnet for butterflies and bees in the summer garden, and in autumn the songbirds feast on the seed-filled black centers of every bloom!
Ruby Gold is an annual or sometimes biennial growing best in USDA zones 5 through 8. It will bloom the first summer if the seeds are begun early indoors. Pick or deadhead the blooms for even faster rebloom over two long seasons of glory!
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.
