Black-Eyed Susan Seeds For Planting (Rudbeckia hirta)
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basic information
Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a cheerful wildflower native to North America, known for its bright yellow petals and dark brown center. It attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, supporting local ecosystems. Traditionally, Native American tribes used its roots and leaves to make teas or poultices for soothing minor ailments, such as colds or skin irritations. Today, it’s often planted in gardens to add vibrant color and support biodiversity.
Seed Count
5,000 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: To successfully grow Rudbeckia hirta, sow the seeds on the soil surface or cover them with a very fine layer of grit, as they require light to trigger germination. Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain temperatures around 70°F for the best sprout rates before moving them to a sunny spot.
SEED PREP
Stratification
SOWING DEPTH
1/16" under
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full Sunlight
SOIL CONDITIONS
Rich Soils
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water Daily
GERMINATION
7 to 14 days
PLANT HEIGHT
12” to 36” Tall
PLANT WIDTH
12” Spread
PLANT SPACING
12" to 18" apart
CUT FLOWER
YES
FLOWER SIZE
2” to 3" blooms
SEASON
Perennial
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Rudbeckia hirta
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Can be tricky to germinate.
FLOWER COLOR
Yellow
