200 Gloriosa Black-Eyed Susan Daisy Seeds – Rudbeckia hirta Yellow & Red Blooms for Pollinator Gardens

Gloriosa Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a cheerful wildflower known for its striking daisy-like blooms. Each flower features bright yellow petals that transition to a deep red or maroon center, creating a vibrant display in any garden. These easy-to-grow annuals (often treated as short-lived perennials) are perfect for pollinator gardens, wildflower meadows, and borders, attracting butterflies and bees throughout the summer.

With 200 seeds, you can create a colorful patch that naturalizes easily and provides long-lasting cut flowers. Gloriosa daisies are tolerant of a range of conditions and are a favorite for low-maintenance landscapes.

Plant Features

• Striking yellow petals with a dark red to maroon center
• Attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees
• Long bloom season from summer to early fall
• Excellent for cut flowers and wildflower gardens
• Easy to grow from seed

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Rudbeckia hirta
• Plant Type: Annual / short-lived perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Gloriosa Black-Eyed Susan seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep soil moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart when they are a few inches tall.

These plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In late fall, leave seed heads for birds and winter interest.

What's Included

200 Gloriosa Black-Eyed Susan Daisy seeds (Rudbeckia hirta).