Caramel Rudbeckia Seeds, Black Eyed Susan Rudbeckia | 25 Seeds

Introduction

Caramel Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia hirta), a Black-Eyed Susan variety, is a stunning ornamental flower known for its warm caramel, bronze, and golden tones surrounding a dark central cone. This long-blooming annual or short-lived perennial is popular in U.S. gardens for borders, pollinator plantings, and cut-flower arrangements. Easy to grow from seed, Caramel Rudbeckia adds rich, earthy color from summer through fall.

How to Grow Caramel Rudbeckia Seeds (Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia)

• Start Caramel Rudbeckia seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

• Choose a site with full sun and well-drained soil.

• If starting indoors, lightly press seeds onto the soil surface and cover very lightly, as seeds need light to germinate.

• Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.

• Maintain temperatures around 65–70°F for germination.

• Seeds typically germinate within 7–14 days.

• Provide bright light once seedlings appear.

• Transplant seedlings when they have 2–3 true leaves.

• Harden off plants before setting outdoors.

• Space plants 12–18 inches apart.