{"product_id":"rudbeckia-hirta-sahara","title":"Rudbeckia hirta Sahara | Black-Eyed Susan","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"276\"\u003eRudbeckia hirta ‘Sahara’\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003cem data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eBlack-Eyed Susan\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eRudbeckia hirta ‘Sahara’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a truly unique variety that brings a romantic, moody palette to the classic Black-Eyed Susan. This mix features \u003cstrong data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"474\"\u003elarge, mostly double blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e in an unforgettable blend of \u003cstrong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"584\"\u003edusty rose, milk chocolate, copper, pale lemon, soft yellow, and deep merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e—a warm, autumn-inspired palette perfect for floral designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eAlthough compact—reaching only \u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e50–55 cm (20–22”)\u003c\/strong\u003e—‘Sahara’ produces an abundance of velvety, richly toned flowers that are highly coveted for \u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"851\"\u003esmall bouquets, bridal work, and artistic arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e. The stems are shorter than traditional cut-flower rudbeckias but offer \u003cstrong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eexceptional color and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e for intimate, design-focused creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eA reliable annual for gardeners and flower farmers alike, ‘Sahara’ thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, tolerates \u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eheat, drought, and poor soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, and blooms continuously with regular deadheading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eRudbeckia hirta\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e ‘Sahara’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black-Eyed Susan, Gloriosa Daisy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual (tender perennial in zones 9–10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–55 cm (20–22 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 cm (12 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–120 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eLight Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average, well-drained soil; 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flowering continues into fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eDeadheading boosts summer bloom production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eHeat and drought tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Vase Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003eFresh Cutting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when blooms are just beginning to open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eVase Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–10 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003eNote: Stems can darken water—add a few drops of bleach to keep the water clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2731\"\u003eFor Drying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut when blooms are fully open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003eSmall bouquets and artistic floral design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2834\" data-end=\"2857\"\u003eRomantic wedding work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003eCottage gardens and meadows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003ePots and mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eDried flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003ePollinator-friendly plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003eWhy Grow Rudbeckia ‘Sahara’?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003eUnmatched, designer-friendly color palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3062\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eAbundant double blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3089\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003eHeat- and drought-tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003eExcellent for boutique bouquets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003eFantastic texture for late-summer and autumn arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"20 seeds \/ 60 cm \/ Multifloral mix","offer_id":51846870892887,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/rudbeckia-hirta-sahara-black-eyed-susan-20-seeds-60-cm-930.jpg?v=1759758911","url":"https:\/\/www.therapyofflowers.com\/ru\/products\/rudbeckia-hirta-sahara","provider":"therapyofflowers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}