Description
Chocolate/Orange Rudbeckia Seeds (Annual Type) 6033. Hybrid. Annual.
Approx. 15 seeds/pkt (3,700 seeds/gram)
The Chocolate/Orange Rudbeckia offers a truly sophisticated colour combination that stands out in any landscape. These stunning blooms feature deep, dark chocolate centres dignified by a vibrant, glowing halo of bright orange and yellow. Reaching a height of 45 cm, these plants produce strong stems and long-lasting flowers, making them a premier choice for professional-quality cut floral arrangements or a spectacular, all-summer display in your garden beds.
Quick Seed Details
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Botanical Family: Asteraceae
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Type: Annual Hybrid Rudbeckia
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Flower: Dark chocolate petals with an orange/yellow halo
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Height: 45 cm
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Features: Excellent cut flower; long-blooming; drought-tolerant once established; unique bi-colour contrast.
Ecological Benefits
Like most members of the Rudbeckia family, these flowers are exceptional at attracting pollinators. Bees and butterflies are drawn to the nectar-rich blooms, while the dark centres provide a sturdy landing pad. Planting these helps support local biodiversity and can help maximize the pollination of nearby vegetable crops.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
This is an annual variety of Rudbeckia, known for its rapid growth and abundance of flowers in a single season.
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Sow Indoors: Start seeds indoors in a soilless mix from from mid-March to early April.
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Germination: Seeds typically germinate in 14 to 21 days when maintained at a temperature of 21°C.
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Transplanting: Grow on under lights at a slightly cooler temperature (about 15°C) before hardening off. Transplant outdoors to a Full Sun location once the danger of frost has passed.
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Spacing: Space plants 25 cm apart in the garden.
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Care Instructions: Avoid high-fertility fertilizers, as excessive nutrients can actually reduce flowering. Irrigate only when absolutely necessary, and always aim to water the soil directly below the foliage to keep the leaves dry and prevent disease.
Why Chocolate/Orange Rudbeckia Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you are looking for a flower that combines “dignified” elegance with hardy performance, this is it. The striking chocolate and orange contrast provides a moody, sunset-toned palette that complements autumn-themed gardens perfectly. They are easy to manage and reward the gardener with a non-stop show of blooms that look just as good in a vase as they do on the stalk.
