Rudbeckia hirta

Rudbeckia

R60.00

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These free flowering beauties are hardy performers in the garden that keep producing at a steady pace. Bee friendly and long lasting cut flower.

 

30 seeds per packet.

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Flower type:Disk
Life cycle:Tender Perennial
Climate:Behaves as annual in areas with cold winters.
Sowing guide:Direct sow in March to April (only in areas with mild winters) or in September. Alternatively, sow in trays (recommended) and transplant after 6-8 weeks.
Planting Season:Autumn / Spring
Germination guide:8-14 days @ 21 C. Light required - cover with very thin layer of vermiculite.
Good Bee Food:Yes
Flowering time:September (if sown in March to April) or 100-120 days after sowing in September.
Pinch:Not necessary
Position:Full Sun
Final height:50 cm
Spacing:30 cm

Harvesting Tips:

Harvest when flowers are completely open but before pollen is visible. Harvest in the cool part of the day.

Whether you are growing flowers or vegetables or both, growing your own plants from seed, is one of the most rewarding things for any gardener and you don’t even need a green thumb to do it. With our guidance, it couldn’t be easier!

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