{"product_id":"johnsons-black-eyed-susan-susie-mix-seeds","title":"Johnsons - Black Eyed Susan Susie Mix - 25 Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"221\"\u003eJohnsons Black Eyed Susan ‘Susie Mix’ Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eBlack Eyed Susan \u003cstrong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"255\"\u003e‘Susie Mix’\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"275\"\u003eThunbergia alata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a compact, free-flowering \u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eclimbing or trailing annual\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"427\"\u003esmall trellises, containers, hanging baskets, patios, and conservatories\u003c\/strong\u003e. This colourful mix produces masses of cheerful blooms with the classic dark “eye”, flowering reliably in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"563\"\u003esame year from sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eWith its manageable growth habit, Susie Mix is ideal for gardeners short on space or looking to add vertical interest to pots and baskets. It performs equally well grown outdoors in summer or indoors in bright, warm conditions, making it a versatile and rewarding choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eCompact climbing or trailing annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"968\"\u003esmall trellises, pots, containers, and baskets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003ePerfect for patios, balconies, and conservatories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eGrown as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eannual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eFlowers in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003esame year from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eBright, colourful blooms with dark centres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eEasy and rewarding to grow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eHow to Grow Black Eyed Susan ‘Susie Mix’ from Seed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eSowing Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e February to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eSow seeds indoors into pots filled with quality seed compost. Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e2 seeds per pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, covering lightly with a fine layer of compost. Firm gently and water carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eCover pots with glass, polythene, or a propagator lid and place in a warm position at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e20–25°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep compost moist but not waterlogged. Germination usually takes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e21–35 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eOnce seedlings appear, remove the cover and grow on at around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e15°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. When plants are large enough to handle, pot on into \u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e10 cm pots\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eFrom \u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003elate May onwards\u003c\/strong\u003e, gradually acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions, avoiding frost. Plant out \u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e25 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e in their final flowering position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eProvide a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003esmall frame or support\u003c\/strong\u003e over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e20 cm pots\u003c\/strong\u003e for plants to climb, or allow them to trail naturally from baskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eKeep plants well watered and weed-free throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eFlowering Period\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eJuly to October\u003c\/strong\u003e (same year)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003eCan Susie Mix be grown indoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eYes. It grows very well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003econservatories or bright indoor spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided it has support to climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eDoes it need support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003eYes. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003esmall trellis or frame\u003c\/strong\u003e helps plants climb and flower more freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003eIs it suitable for containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eAbsolutely. It’s ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003epots, baskets, and containers\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eWill it flower in the first year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003eYes. 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