Black-Eyed Susan Cherokee Sunset

As a result of over 10 years breeding, Rudbeckia Cherokee Sunset was born. Never before has there been such a spectacular range of colors of fully double to semi-double Rudbeckia, with large 3-4 inch blooms. Shades of golden yellow, orange, bronze and mahogany make up this stunning blend that resembles the attractive color spectrum of an Indian Sunset. Vigorous, free branching plants, with strong stems, which flower over a long period from mid summer to early fall. Cherokee Sunset is outstanding for adding height, color and interest lo beds, borders and large containers. Also makes an impressive cut flower. An All American Selection Winning variety. This prestigious award is presented to varieties that have outstanding garden performance, quality blooms, a unique color range and that show a significant improvement over existing varieties of the species.

Height: 30 inches; Type/hardiness: Half Hardy Annual; Prefers sun or part shade; Flowers: Late Summer to Fall.

Sowing:

Germinate at 68-86F on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite, but do not cover the seed completely. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days. Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination.

Growing:

Transplant when large enough to handle into 3 inch pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 12 inches apart.

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