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Black Eyed Susan Seeds (Dwarf) - Rustic Mix

Compact plants boast vibrant full-size blooms

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Rudbeckia hirta

LIFE CYCLE

  • Biennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Spring through Fall

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 19 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Dwarf

COLOR

  • Mixed

The term Dwarf is relative here, as most gardeners may not consider a two foot tall plant a true dwarf! But compared to its towering 36" cousins, our Black Eyed Susan Rustic Dwarf Mix is just that! Compact plants offer a bounty of vibrant blooms in rich hues of red and yellow with signature dark centers. Considered a half-hardy Annual, this beautiful mix may require reseeding in colder climates.

  • • Native North American heiroom half-hardy annual
  • • Fast growoing rich, large red and yellow summer blooms
  • • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 to 8 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 808 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 81,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 324,000 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Black Eyed Susan Planting Guide to learn more.

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Black Eyed Susan Seeds (Dwarf) - Rustic Mix

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Black Eyed Susan Seeds (Dwarf) - Rustic Mix FAQs

What is Rustic Mix Black Eyed Susan also known as?

Rustic Mix Black Eyed Susan is also known as Brown-Eyed Susan, Brown Betty, Gloriosa Daisy, Golden Jerusalem, English Bull's Eye, Poor-Land Daisy, Yellow Daisy, and Yellow Ox-Eye Daisy.

Is Rustic Mix Black Eyed Susan resistant to animals or disease?

Rustic Mix Black Eyed Susan is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Rustic Mix Black Eyed Susan?

Rustic Mix Black Eyed Susan is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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