Black Eyed Susan Seeds - Goldilocks
- Long lasting annual that's great as a cut flower
- Native North American variety with golden double blooms
- Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas
Fast Facts
About Black Eyed Susan Seeds - Goldilocks
Rudbeckia hirta
Buy Black Eyed Susans in Packets or in Bulk
Black Eyed Susan - Goldilocks
A favorite Black Eyed Susan for the cut flower gardener, Goldilocks does not disappoint with a multitude of fully double blooms on long, sturdy stems. Goldilocks offers a long bloom season and a long lasting cut flower.
Fast Facts
About Black Eyed Susan Seeds - Goldilocks
Rudbeckia hirta
Buy Black Eyed Susans in Packets or in Bulk
Black Eyed Susan - Goldilocks
A favorite Black Eyed Susan for the cut flower gardener, Goldilocks does not disappoint with a multitude of fully double blooms on long, sturdy stems. Goldilocks offers a long bloom season and a long lasting cut flower.
How to Plant Goldilocks Black Eyed Susans
About Black Eyed Susans
A stalwart of any wildflower meadow, Black Eyed Susan is perhaps the most emblematic of the classic North American wildflowers. It is extremely resilient and boasts beautiful, yellow, daisy-like flowers with a dark chocolate color center. Native to the eastern United States, it has been largely naturalized throughout the rest of the country.
When to Plant Black Eyed Susan Seeds
Black Eyed Susans do best when the soil temperature is at 70°F—which is between March and May for most of the U.S.
Where to Plant Black Eyed Susan Seeds
Black Eyed Susans thrive in full-sun conditions. They also do well in a wide-range of from clay to loam. If you have sandy soil prone to drying out, amend the soil with organic matter.
How to Plant Black Eyed Susan Seeds
The first step when planting Black Eyed Susans is to Cold Stratify your seeds. This can be achieved by planting several weeks before your final frost, or simulating these conditions in your refrigerator several weeks before planting. Broadcast sow directly onto the surface of the soil and compress them down, leaving the seeds uncovered.
How to Care for Black Eyed Susans
Be sure to remove faded and dying flowers to extend the blooming period. If Black Eyed Susans are deadheaded, a second bloom may appear in the fall.
Seed Coverage for Black Eyed Susan Seeds - Goldilocks
Amount |
Recommended Coverage |
Packet |
Up to 80 Sq. Ft |
1 Ounce |
Up to 625 Sq. Ft |
1/4 Pound |
Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft |