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Black-Eyed Susan Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMERudbeckia hirta

USD 10.99

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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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Germination01

7-14 days

Light02

Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

70-75F

Hardiness04

USDA Zones 3-9 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)

THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

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
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Start growing

Very easy; thrives in full sun and almost any soil. Self-seeds readily.

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Growing with your kit

The Seeds In A Cup® methodology highlights 'Pioneer Species' behavior—watching these hardy plants thrive in 'disturbed' cup soil.

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Propagation

By seed or division.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

Blooms from early summer to the first frost. Short-lived perennial or biennial.

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Growing conditions

Prairies, meadows, and roadsides.

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Weather & tolerances

High heat and drought tolerance; handles pollution well.

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Pests & plant health

Powdery mildew and septoria leaf spot.

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Plant safety

Safe; some individuals may experience skin irritation from the hairy stems.

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Botanical features

A hardy wildflower with golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark brown/black central cone.

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Varieties

‘Indian Summer’, ‘Goldstrum’.

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Garden & everyday uses

State flower of Maryland. iconic prairie restoration plant. long-lasting cut flower

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Native range & distribution

Native to Central North America; naturalized across the continent.

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Conservation

Abundant and secure.

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Name origins

Named after the Rudbeck family; ‘hirta’ means hairy, referring to the stems and leaves.

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History

Associated with an 18th-century poem by John Gay about a sailor's love for his 'Black-Eyed Susan'.

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Black-eyed Susans are golden, dark-centered native wildflowers that bloom for months and pull in bees and butterflies. How to grow Black-Eyed Susan from seed Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Black-Eyed Susan sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Black-Eyed Susan at a glance Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta Germination: 7-14 days at 70-75F USDA zones: USDA Zones 3-9 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor) Mature size: 24-36 inches Sunlight: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily) Seeds included: 15-25 seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Black-Eyed Susan Seed Starter Grow Kit? 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. Does this kit use real potting soil? What if my seeds don't sprout?
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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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