Black Eyed Susan

Rudbeckia fulgida "Black Eyed Susan"

Plant Part Used: Leaves and Flower heads

Harvest: Summer and early fall, freeze for later use

Colors Produced: Yellows, Greens, and Browns

References: See pg.70 of A  Dyer's Garden: From Plant to Pot Growing Dyes for Natural Fibers by Rita Buchanan (1995) for recipe

Our Favorite Dye Recipe

1.  Wet mordanted fibers. 

2.  Simmer plant materials for 1-2 hour. 

3.  Remove plant materials from dye pot. 

4.  Simmer fiber in dye pot for 1-2 hour. 

5.  Remove fiber and let cool to room temperature 

6.  Rinse in cold water to remove excess color. 

7.  Let air dry either inside or in the shade.