Helianthus Annuus Sunflower

Helianthus Annuus Sunflower

This Helianthus Annuus Sunflower Plant is pre-grown and ready for your garden. It is strong and hardy, with yellow petals that have the potential to reach heights of up to 8 feet and bloom for up to 3 months. The sunflower is also drought-resistant and can thrive in many climates. Helianthus Annuus Sunflower is a fast-growing annual with sunflowers seeds and is a perfect choice for perennial borders and cottage landscapes. Sunflowers are covered in huge yellow flowers with dark chocolate centers that bloom in summer. The leaves are oval to heart-shaped and hairy. Sunflowers grow best in evenly fertile, moist, humus-rich, neutral to alkaline, well-drained soils under full sunlight.

Growing Helianthus Annuus Sunflower

• Plant Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) in a location with full sun exposure, ensuring it receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
• Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, particularly during the germination and early growth stages.
• Use well-draining soil, such as sandy or loamy soil, enriched with organic matter to support healthy root development and prevent waterlogging.
• Sunflowers are hardy in USDA zones 2-11 and thrive in a variety of climates, preferring warm temperatures.
• Stake tall sunflower varieties to provide support and prevent them from toppling over, especially in windy conditions, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Shipping Info

The plant will be approximately 3 to 4 inches in height with well-developed roots. These plants have been growing in 4 inch containers. They will be shipped without the containers. The roots and soil will be dampened and covered in plastic wrap prior to shipping. They will be ready to plant upon arrival.