Select Seeds Rudbeckia

Starting seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before your last frost is recommended for the best results. If you live in zone 8 or warmer, you can sow them directly outdoors once the danger of frost has passed.

To encourage continuous blooming from mid-summer through fall, be sure to deadhead spent flowers regularly. While they are heat and drought-tolerant once established, providing about an inch of water per week will result in more vigorous growth and better flower production.

Yes, 'Cherokee Sunset' is considered deer-resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.

These seeds require light to germinate, so surface sow them and firm them lightly into the soil rather than burying them. If starting indoors, use a humidity dome to maintain moisture and keep the containers in a warm spot between 65-75°F.

While they may overwinter in zones 5-8, they are typically grown as annuals. However, they are known to self-sow, so you may see them return in the same area the following season.

Harvest the stems once the flowers are fully open for the best vase life. Their tall, strong stems make them excellent for arrangements, and their unique autumnal color palette pairs beautifully with grasses and other late-season blooms.