Enchanting 4 double and semi-double blooms bring an eclectic palette of copper, dusty rose, burnt sienna, and soft yellow, all with a chocolate drop center. Beautiful in flower beds and arrangements. Compact plants grow 20-24.

20 seeds

PLANTING

Rudbeckia hirta

Annual

Germination:7-12 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and press into soil, seeds need light to germinate.

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperature. Transplant after the last frost, 12-18″ apart.

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sow 1-2 weeks before the last frost date,sow 3-5 seeds every 12-18″apart.

Growth Habit:Upright

Height and Width:20-24″ by 12-18″

Spacing:12-18″ apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Loose, rich, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:100 days

Uses:Flower beds, containers, cut flowers,attracts pollinators

Care:Water seedlings regularly until establishedand water well during dry spells.Amend soil with compost before transplanting.Harvest flowers often for bouquets or deadhead for continuous blooms.