Rudbeckia hirta Chim Chiminee Ref: TM01406978 SowingSow February to March at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite, but do not cover the seed completely. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days. Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination.GrowingTransplant, when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditons for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.Aftercare FloweringLate Summer to AutumncroppingPlant typeHalf-hardy Annual Price: £2.09 Quantity: