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Close-up view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers.
A man in a tunic holding Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers in the gardens at Baker Creek.
Another view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia blooming profusely in the gardens at Baker Creek.
Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia blooming in the trial gardens at Baker Creek.
Overhead view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers on silver background.
An extreme close up of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia on a white background.
Bouquet of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia in a clear glass vase on a white background.
An overhead close-up detailed view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers on a slate background.
A gardener holding a bouquet of freshly picked large Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia blooms.
Close-up view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers.
A man in a tunic holding Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers in the gardens at Baker Creek.
Another view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia blooming profusely in the gardens at Baker Creek.
Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia blooming in the trial gardens at Baker Creek.
Overhead view of Chim Chiminee Rudbeckia flowers on silver background.

Rudbeckia Seeds,
Chim Chiminee

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Description

Frost-tender perennial, often grown as an annual. A whimsical and delightful departure from your average black-eyed Susan, the petals of Chim Chiminee are dip-dyed rustic golds and quilled! These are excellent for arrangements and landscaping. They are cold sensitive and only perennialize in USDA zones 9-10; grown as an annual elsewhere.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Rudbeckia hirta
Life Cycle
Tender perennial
Sun Requirement
6–8 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
100
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
10–12 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Chim Chiminee needs about 100 days to reach maturity, so start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date and transplant out carefully once the last frost has passed. If you prefer to direct sow, put seed in the ground at or just before your average last frost date. In USDA zones 9 to 10 this frost-tender perennial will persist from year to year; everywhere else it is grown as an annual.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 7-21 days.
  • Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date, carefully transplanting out after last frost.
  • Alternatively, you can direct sow seeds at or just before average last frost date.
  • Surface sow and lightly press seeds into soil as light aids germination.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 68-72 F.

How to Grow

  • Plants prefer full sun but will tolerate light shade.
  • Drought tolerant once established.
  • Tolerant of a range of soil types, but they prefer well-drained soil.
  • Plant height will vary depending on variety, but plants typically range from 2-3 feet tall.
  • Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
  • Deadhead to encourage continued blooming.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • A few fungal diseases can affect your rudbeckia plants if they are planted too closely together and air flow is restricted. Avoid this by spacing plants adequately.
  • Overhead irrigation can exacerbate fungal issues.
  • Sedges can be an alternate host for rust in rudbeckia, so do not plant members of the Carex species near rudbeckia.

How to Save Seeds

  • Allow the flowerhead containing the seeds to mature and dry completely on the plant, then clip off the flowerhead and place in a container.
  • Working over the top of another clean, opened container, rub the flowerheads between the palms, breaking them apart.
  • The small, blackish seeds can be separated from the chaff by first screening and then winnowing.

FAQ

Is Chim Chiminee a perennial or an annual?

It is a frost-tender perennial that only perennializes in USDA zones 9 to 10. In colder zones it is grown as an annual, and it is not frost hardy.

What is the best way to germinate Chim Chiminee seed?

Surface sow and press the seed lightly into the soil, because light aids germination. Hold the seed at an ideal germination temperature of 68 to 72 F and expect sprouts in 7 to 10 days.

How do I keep the quilled golden flowers of Chim Chiminee coming?

Deadhead to encourage continued blooming, and space plants 10 to 12 inches apart. Overhead irrigation can exacerbate fungal issues, and sedges (Carex species) can be an alternate host for rust, so do not plant them near your rudbeckia.

Customer reviews

3.6 / 5 5 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Quirky petals: Unusual fluted petals; some plants bloom single.

  • Easy once started: Easy to grow and care for once they are up.

  • Garden standout: Adorable at every stage; stands out in the bed.

  • Heads up: Can be slow to germinate and to bloom the first year.

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