Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia hirta) Seeds

Description :

Rudbeckia is easily grown in average, moist but well-drained soils under full or partial sun. This plant is characterized by its bright yellow petals and dark center, with coarse leaves. Rudbeckia adds a wonderful pop of color to any garden or floral bouquet.

Type: Biennial
Family:  Asteraceae
Native Range:
Growing Zones:  4-9
Mature Height: 3-4 feet
Mature Width: 12-15 inches

Sowing: Start indoors in pots 4-6 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outside 2 weeks before the last frost.
Sow depth: ¼ in
Days to Germinate: 7-30 @ 60-70F
Special Maintenance: n/a

Sunlight: Full sun, Part Sun
Soil Type: Average
Water: Average
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Growth Rate: Moderate

Leaf Description: Rough, fuzzy
Bloom Time: Summer, June-September
Bloom Description: Yellow with dark red-brown centers

Harvest: Flower
Harvest Time: Summer, June-September

Special Properties: Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators, Deer resistant, Cut flowers