![]() | Black-Eyed Susan - Rudbeckia hirta ‘Indian Summer’ Description : Native to North America. Belongs to the Asteraceae family. Short-lived perennial which reseeds itself abundantly. Oblong to lanceolate, coarsely toothed leaves covered with short bristles. Large, daisy-like flowers with golden yellow flowers and a purple brown central cone. Height: 90 cm (36 in.) Flowering: July-October CULTURE Zone: 4 Exposition: semi-shaded to sunny location Soil: well-drained, ordinary garden soil Germination temperature: 20ºC (68ºF) Required time: 10-20 days Special care: Sow indoors between March 1st and 15th or outdoors from May to July. Cover with a thin layer of soil. Keep moist but do not soak. Once germination has occurred, place in cooler conditions (15ºC/59ºF). Will bloom the first year even if sown outdoors. $ 2.95 [ Back to online shopping ] |