1 teal packet of 20 non-GMO Sunspot Sunflower Seeds(care guide included)
Latin name: Helianthus annuus
About the seeds:
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level |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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germination time |
10-15 days |
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depth |
1/2” |
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spacing |
2-3 seeds per planter |
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recommended planter |
>6“ |
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time to maturity |
65-80 days |
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seed prep |
pre-soak | scarification | stratification | none |
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method |
greenhouse | paper towel method |
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temperature |
70F - 85F |
About the Plants:
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description |
Upright bright yellow blooms on thick stems with large leaves |
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difficulty |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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growth speed |
slow | medium | fast |
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size of plant |
30”-36” tall, 8"-10" blooms |
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light |
full sun | partial sun | shade | grow lights |
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soil |
well-draining coconut coir/peat-based potting mix |
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temperature |
warm | cool |
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pet-friendly |
cats | dogs | no |
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pests |
foliage fungus or mildew(don't water the foliage), caterpillars, beetles |
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fertilization |
heavy | moderate | light |
Instructions:
Sunspot sunflowers are a great beginner plant, not requiring as much room or light as regular sunflowers. They are great as a porch, patio or balcony garden plant, and can even grow indoors with full sun. The seeds are also popularly used for birdseed.
(Find more info on germinating seeds by going to our seed guide)
For the 2022 growing season.