Rudbeckia hirta
perennial (short-live) or biennial
spring or fall
2' to 3'
full sun to partial shade
evenly moist, well-drained soil is best, but established plants will tolerate drought
zones 5 to 10
mid summer to early fall
shade of yellow, orange, gold and mahogany daisy-shaped flowers; single or double blossoms
green leaves on erect, sturdy stems
seeds
cut flowers, beds, borders, and country gardens
Sow seeds directly into the garden in the spring two weeks before the last frost date, or start seeds indoors several weeks before the last spring frost date. Don't cover seeds with soil as they need light to germinate, just press seeds lightly into the surface of the soil. Space plants 12 to 14 inches apart. Mature plants readily reseed themselves and seedlings are easy to transplant.
A strain of Black-Eyed-Susan developed in the U.S., Gloriosa Daisies are prolific bloomers and often bloom themselves to death after only a season or two. Start each year with new plants or let flowers self-sow seedlings for the following spring.
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