Rudbeckia Sonora

Seeds per packet: 25

The radiant allure of the Rudbeckia ‘Sonora’. This show-stopper showcases large flowers, with a vibrant palette of bright yellow petals encircling a commanding dark center, standing as a symbol of nature’s contrasting beauty. Measuring up to 5-6 inches in diameter, the blooms make a grand statement in any garden setting. Notably a mid-sized variety, the ‘Sonora’ is hailed as a garden champion, promising a visual experience that resonates with nature’s artistry and resilience. Designed to impress, it marries unique aesthetics with hardiness, ensuring every gaze it captures is an awe-inspired one.

Key Features:

• Distinctive Appearance: Boasts bright yellow petals highlighted by a commanding dark center.
• Generous Bloom Size: Delivers large flowers up to 5-6” / 12-15 cm in diameter.
• Mid-Sized Marvel: Perfectly sized to offer a balanced garden aesthetic.
• Garden Champion: Recognized as an extraordinary winner in garden displays.
• Planting Versatility: Ideal for borders, pots, containers, and makes a beautiful cut flower.
• Sowing Specifics: 2-3 seeds per plug; also suitable for direct sowing into the final pot.
• Germination Timeline: Typically 8-14 days at 68-72 °F (20-22 °C).
• Lighting Needs: A minimum of 14 hours of day length is essential for blooming; extended day length can be managed to control growth.
• Optimal Substrate: Prefers well-drained substrate with 20-30% clay and balanced fertilizer components.
• Ideal Growth Temperature: Thrives at 18-20 °C; sensitivity to temperatures below 16 °C.
• Fertilization Recommendations: Regular feed with potassium-balanced fertilizer, while monitoring for potential magnesium or iron deficiencies.