Rudbeckia hirta ‘Sahara’ seed

Description

Picture thanks to Thompson and Morgan https://www.thompson-morgan.com

This rudbeckia has a mix of autumn shades and soft pastels.It includes shades of copper, brown, pale yellow, and soft rose. It produces double and semidouble blooms which are approx 8cm wide. The plant is a compact one and is approx 55 cm high. It makes an excellent container plant.

Sowing advice

Sow indoors late winter and spring and outdoors in spring. Sow in trays or pots or direct.
Sow seed onto moist well-drained seed mix. Just cover with a fine sprinkle of seed mix, as light is required for germination. Propagate 20°C. Keep soil moist but not wet. Germination takes 10-15 days. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle to 8cm pots. Grow on in slightly cooler conditions. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed with 45cm spacing.