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When to Plant Black-eyed Susan in Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska (99721)

Location

Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska

ZIP Code

99721

USDA Zone

2b

Last Frost

Thursday, May 28, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Thursday, April 30, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Black-eyed Susan directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Rudbeckia hirta
Days to Maturity 85 days
Mature Height 18-36"
Spread 18"
Type Annual/Perennial

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low (drought tolerant)

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Spacing

18" apart

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Planting Depth

0.13" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Black-eyed Susan in Zone 2b

Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a popular garden vegetable. In Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2b, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, May 28, 2026. Black-eyed Susan grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.