Description
Gloriosa Daisy Seeds 6490. Open Pollinated. Perennial.
Approx. 300 seeds/pkt (1,800 seeds/gram)
Bold, High-Impact Blooms for Sun-Drenched Gardens.
The Gloriosa Daisy (Rudbeckia hirta), also known as the Hairy Coneflower, is a show-stopping relative of the classic Black-Eyed Susan. This variety produces massive, daisy-like flowers ranging from 12–18 cm wide in a warm palette of golden yellow, deep mahogany, and striking bi-colours—all anchored by a prominent black-brown centre. Reaching an average height of 90 cm, these rugged perennials are perfect for adding vertical drama to borders or for massing in large, sunny landscapes.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 6490
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Type: Open Pollinated Perennial
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Hardiness: Zone 4 (With winter protection)
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Colour: Yellow, Mahogany, and Bi-colours
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Height: 90 cm
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Bloom Time: June through August
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Light Requirement: Full Sun to Light Shade
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Features: Heat and drought tolerant; excellent for large-scale massing; attractive to pollinators.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Gloriosa Daisies are famously adaptable and trouble-free, thriving in most soil types with minimal intervention.
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Sow Indoors: For early flowers, start seeds 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost. Maintain a temperature of 20°C for a 14–21 day germination period.
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Growing On: Once sprouted, grow under lights at a cooler 15°C before hardening off and transplanting to the garden.
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Sow Outdoors: Direct sow in the garden during May, or in late August to early September for a robust display of flowers the following year.
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Care & Maintenance: To prevent mildew and foliar diseases, ensure plants have good air circulation. Water only during periods of drought stress, and always water in the morning to allow the foliage to dry before evening.
Why Gloriosa Daisy Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want a garden that feels both wild and sophisticated, the Gloriosa Daisy is an essential selection. Its massive blooms provide a long season of colour and are exceptionally resilient against the mid-summer heat that often causes other flowers to fade. Because it is so easy to grow and tolerant of less-than-ideal soils, it is a reliable “workhorse” for the Canadian gardener looking to create a high-impact, low-maintenance floral display.
