Rudbeckia Marmalade

Large golden single daisy like flowers with dark brown eyes. Good cut flower and a clump in a border looks great. Weather resistant blooms. Height 60cm. WHEN TO SOW February to April WHERE TO SOW Sow seed on the surface of good, free-draining seed compost in pots or trays. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or a warm place at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination. WHAT TO DO NEXT Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12") apart. FLOWERS July to August HANDY TIP Earlier flowers can be obtained by sowing in February under glass at 16°C