Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta 

Easy

Starting indoors

Start 10 weeks before last frost date. Best if undergoes stratification (see terms to know). Plant 1/4 inch deep in soil. Germination occurs within 7 to 21 days

Direct sowing in garden

Scatter seeds over soil & lightly cover. Keep soil moist & grow in an area with morning sun & afternoon shade. Wait until daytime temperatures remain around 70 °F   

Easy

Break open the cone. A dark seed means it is mature. Store seeds in a cool, dry, & dark spot

🌅 Outdoors
Plant prefers these conditions best. Grow in a garden or containers

🏠 Indoors
Needs a well-draining container

🌤️ Partial 

• Temps: 🌡️ Prefers warmer, about 60 °F

• Hardiness Zones: 🗺️ 3 to 9 (2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map - Michigan)

• Humidity: 🌫️ Thrives in a range of conditions, but requires good air circulation to avoid powdery mildew

• Water Conditions: 💧 Prefers to be kept dry to moist, but not drenched

• pH: 🧪 Acidic

• Soil conditions: 🌱 Well-draining soil

Summer to fall

Acts as annual, biennial or short-lived perennial based on growing conditions. 

Can become aggressive if there is not enough competition