Rudbeckia fulgida Seeds (Black Eyed Susan)

Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida), also known as Orange Coneflower, is a vibrant perennial flower native to North America. It displays striking yellow to orange petals surrounding a dark brown or black central cone. This species typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet, with a spread of 1-2 feet. It is well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 3-9, tolerating a wide range of climates and soil conditions. Black Eyed Susan is commonly propagated through Rudbeckia fulgida seeds, and its long blooming season makes it a popular choice for gardens and wildlife habitats providing nectar for bees and butterflies.

Growing Rudbeckia fulgida from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Mediterranean, Subarctic
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Yellow

Germinating Black Eyed Susan Flower Seeds

To germinate Rudbeckia fulgida, sow the seeds in a well-drained seed compost at a depth of 1/8 inch. Keep the soil consistently moist, ensure temperature is around 70°F (21°C), and provide bright light. Germination can take 1-3 weeks.

We source all of our Rudbeckia fulgida seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Black Eyed Susan seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Black Eyed Susan seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Rudbeckia fulgida seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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