🌺🍒 Rudbeckia ‘Cherry Brandy’ (Rudbeckia hirta) – 200 Premium Flower Seeds | Deep Red Black-Eyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta ‘Cherry Brandy’ is a bold and unique variety of Black-Eyed Susan featuring velvety, deep cherry-red blooms with a dark central cone. Unlike the classic yellow Rudbeckia, this striking cultivar adds dramatic color and texture to flower beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. It’s an eye-catching favorite among pollinators and gardeners alike.

Usage:
Ideal for garden beds, cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and stunning cut flower displays. Rudbeckia ‘Cherry Brandy’ attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators while providing long-lasting, vibrant color from midsummer to fall.

Sowing Time:

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost for early blooms.

• Direct sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed in spring.

Germination:

• Germinates in 7–14 days at 18–22°C (65–72°F).

• Lightly cover seeds; they need some light to germinate.

Soil Requirements:

• Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

• Tolerates a range of soils including sandy or clay.

• Best in slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).

Light Requirements:

• Full sun (6+ hours per day) for best flowering.

Watering:

• Water regularly but do not overwater; drought tolerant once established.

Planting Tips:

• Space plants 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) apart.

• Deadhead regularly to encourage extended blooming.

• May self-seed under the right conditions.

Height & Spread:

• Grows 50–60 cm (20–24 inches) tall.

• Spread of 30–40 cm (12–16 inches).

Additional Info:
Rudbeckia ‘Cherry Brandy’ is the first red variety grown from seed and is perfect for adding bold, sultry color to summer gardens. Its unique coloring and strong stems make it a favorite for floral arrangements. A must-have for gardeners seeking something both exotic and easy to grow.

Contains 0.1 gram or around 200 seeds