Rudbeckia Tablemate Gold Seed
Best compact flower for small-space container gardeners.
Brighten your space with Rudbeckia Tablemate Gold seeds, a genetically compact annual flower perfect for container gardening. This variety, the smallest and earliest of the hirta species, produces abundant golden flowers that densely fill the plant. Reaching a mature height of 8-10 inches with a 16-18 inch spread, it's ideal for both indoor and outdoor pots. This offering includes 250 untreated seeds, ready to ship, allowing you to quickly cultivate these stunning blooms for your production or personal enjoyment.
$29.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3240
/ 6504
#3240 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+182%
Above average
Plant Height
810
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited patio or balcony space
- Homeowners seeking long-lasting, vibrant seasonal color
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, resilient plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in consistently humid or damp climates
- Hands-off growers looking for a set-it-and-forget-it plant
- Perennial enthusiasts wanting plants that return reliably every year
Performance breakdown
Container Suitability
Genetically compact habit makes this a perfect fit for small pots.
Bloom Density
Produces a prolific, golden display that completely hides the foliage.
Germination Speed
Quick sprouts emerge within two weeks under ideal temperature conditions.
Production Efficiency
Early maturity cycle allows for faster turnover in commercial pot production.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward transplant method ensures success for both hobbyists and pros.
Seed Quality
Untreated stock provides a clean, reliable foundation for organic-focused growers.
Key Specs
Plant Height
8-10 inches
Plant Spread
16-18 inches
Quantity
250 seeds (Untreated)
Plant Type
Annual Flower
Soil Temperature for Germination
65-70°F
Germination Days
7-12 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
65-70°F
Planting Method
Transplant
Features
- Genetically compact Rudbeckia variety
- Ideal for containers, indoor and outdoor
- Densely filled golden flowers
- Smallest and earliest hirta species
- Suitable for pot plant production
- Untreated seed stock
- Quick to ship
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Rudbeckia Tablemate Gold Seed for its exceptional reliability and suitability for compact gardening. Satisfaction centers on the quick, robust germination rate, yielding healthy seedlings. Gardeners highly value its true dwarf habit, making it perfect for containers and patio displays by maintaining a manageable height. The blooms deliver intense, vibrant gold color and long lasting performance throughout the season. While the initial cost is slightly higher, the superior quality and predictable aesthetic impact fully justify the premium. This product is viewed as a dependable, high quality choice meeting the needs of those seeking a reliable, high impact, compact Rudbeckia.
Know before you buy
Yes, Rudbeckia Tablemate Gold is specifically bred to be a compact variety, making it an excellent choice for indoor containers as long as you provide plenty of full sun.
These seeds are best started using the transplant method. Maintain a soil temperature between 65-70°F to ensure optimal germination, which typically occurs within 7 to 12 days.
While the plants only reach 8-10 inches in height, they have a spread of 16-18 inches. You should plan your container size accordingly to allow for this dense, mounding growth habit.
No, this offering consists of 250 untreated seeds, making them a suitable choice for gardeners who prefer to avoid chemical seed coatings.
No, this variety is classified as an annual. It is designed to complete its full life cycle in a single growing season, providing abundant blooms throughout that time.
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