Annual F1 Hybrid. Produces a single stem sunflower with orange and yellow petals. A sterile sunflower that is used as a cut flower. Flower head is between 4-6" and since it is sterile, no messy pollen Is dropped and the flower lasts longer in the vase.
Flowers: Good cut flower, long holding in a vase. Blooms summer to fall
Attracts: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
Soil: Adaptable to various soil types
Native: North America - Naturalized worldwide
USDA Zone: 3-9
Plant In: Spring
Planting Depth: 1"
Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 3-4'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Sunflowers should be sown directly outdoors (recommended), since their long roots need space to develop and cannot be grown in congested environment::After the last frost, plant several seeds together in groups of 2-3 seeds, 1/2" deep. Thin to one plant when true leaves appear::The seeds will begin to germinate in 8-10 days::Sunflowers dislike root disturbance and do not transplant well. Grafts should be kept inside for no more than 4 weeks prior to setting out.