Black-Eyed Susan Cherry Brandy

Rudbeckia hirta

Immerse your garden in the opulent beauty of 'Cherry Brandy.' 3"-4" blooms create a visual masterpiece of maroon-red velvet petals surrounding a dark chocolate center, captivating the eye and adding a touch of luxury to your space. With the unique charm of blooming in the first year, you can count on this stunning addition to bring a blanket of warm autumnal hues both to your garden and indoor arrangements. A 2007 Fleuroselect Novelty Award Winner.

Planting Details

Seed Depth	Press into surface
Seed Spacing	A group of 3 seeds every 12"-24"
Thinning	When 1"-2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"-24"
Germination	10-15 days
Start Indoors	8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. If started inside early enough, may bloom the first year.
Direct Sow	2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and as late as 2 months before your average first fall frost date.
Special Sowing	Light aids germination. Press seed into soil surface.
Special Care	Deadhead (remove spent blossoms) to extend the blooming period. Mulch heavily in fall after plant has gone dormant.
Growing & Harvesting	For longest vase life, harvest flowers in the morning, choosing those that have just unfurled all their petals and change vase water often.

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