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Available for purchase are 15 seeds from my unique Black-Eyed Susan. This is a very showy Susan with an airy appeal and numerous blooms on curvy stems. The blooms start with a deep yellow ring and end the season with a white halo. They have been surprisingly drought tolerant in my yard, and finally reproduced abundantly after a few years. Save seeds, as this is a biennial and does not always come up each year. They are reliable bloomers and will self-seed if conditions are ideal, giving you years of enjoyment. They are very hardy and very little care is needed. I believe the "strong shall survive" in my garden. You will appreciate my motto!
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Rudbeckia
Species: hirta
Category:
Biennials
Perennials
Height:
18-36 in. (45-90 cm)
Spacing:
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
to USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Danger:
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color:
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time:
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Foliage:
Herbaceous
Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
This plant is resistant to deer
Cut back dried foliage for repeat blooms
Propagation Methods:
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Parent/Origin: U.S. Native
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