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Seed Germination Kit
Black-Eyed Susan Seed Starter Grow Kit
BOTANICAL NAMERudbeckia hirta
USD 10.99
100 in stock
Black-eyed Susans are golden, dark-centered native wildflowers that bloom for months and pull in bees and butterflies.
GERMINATION7-14 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)
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Light02
Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)
Temperature03
70-75F
Hardiness04
USDA Zones 3-9 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)
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Black-Eyed Susan care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Rudbeckia hirta
- Common names
- Gloriosa Daisy, Brown-Eyed Susan
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Rudbeckia
- Species
- R. hirta
Start growing
Very easy; thrives in full sun and almost any soil. Self-seeds readily.
Growing with your kit
The Seeds In A Cup® methodology highlights 'Pioneer Species' behavior—watching these hardy plants thrive in 'disturbed' cup soil.
Propagation
By seed or division.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Blooms from early summer to the first frost. Short-lived perennial or biennial.
Growing conditions
Prairies, meadows, and roadsides.
Weather & tolerances
High heat and drought tolerance; handles pollution well.
Pests & plant health
Powdery mildew and septoria leaf spot.
Plant safety
Safe; some individuals may experience skin irritation from the hairy stems.
Botanical features
A hardy wildflower with golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark brown/black central cone.
Varieties
‘Indian Summer’, ‘Goldstrum’.
Garden & everyday uses
State flower of Maryland. iconic prairie restoration plant. long-lasting cut flower
Native range & distribution
Native to Central North America; naturalized across the continent.
Conservation
Abundant and secure.
Name origins
Named after the Rudbeck family; ‘hirta’ means hairy, referring to the stems and leaves.
History
Associated with an 18th-century poem by John Gay about a sailor's love for his 'Black-Eyed Susan'.
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How do I grow Black-Eyed Susan from seed?
Moisten the included soil, sow your Black-Eyed Susan seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.
How long do Black-Eyed Susan seeds take to germinate?
Black-Eyed Susan seeds typically sprout in 7-14 days at 70-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.
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