Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a popular wildflower that is native to North America and is known for its bright yellow petals and dark brown central cone. It's a hardy and easy-to-grow plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, and it's often used for naturalizing meadows, wildflower gardens, and as a cut flower.
To grow Black-eyed Susan, you will need:
- Well-drained soil
- Full sun or partial shade
- Black-eyed Susan seeds
Growing Instructions:
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Sow the seeds in the spring or fall, after the last frost date, or before the first frost date.
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Press the seeds into the soil and cover them with a thin layer of soil.
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Water the Black-eyed Susan regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Once the seedlings are established, thin them out to about 1-2 feet apart.
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Deadhead the spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
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The Black-eyed Susan will self-seed and will return in the following years.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sow seeds or transplant seedlings |
| 2-4 | Water regularly, keep the soil consistently moist |
| 4-6 | Thin out seedlings to about 1-2 feet apart |
| 6-8 | Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming |
| 12-16 | The Black-eyed Susan will self-seed and will return in the following years |