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Black‑Eyed Susans Fail to Emerge in Ottawa: Likely Dead

By July in Ottawa, all should have emerged. If only 4 of 12 show leaves, the rest are dead—likely from poor drainage (standing water rots roots). Cut dead stems, improve drainage, or relocate to a better‑drained spot.

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