Sunflower Red Sun – Item #1212

$2.19

A branched variety with abundant blossoms featuring vibrant red-bronze petals on 3-4″ heads. Very easy to grow. Attracts a variety of pollinating insects.

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Additional information

Weight .75 g
Dimensions .125 × 3.25 × 4.5 in

Planting & Harvesting

Seed Depth: 1/2″ (13mm)

Spacing: 2″ (5cm)

Sprouts In: 10-14 days

Thinning: 6″ (15cm)

Plant outdoors in spring after all danger of frost in a sunny location with average soil. Or start indoors four weeks prior to last spring frost date. Keep soil evenly moist and well weeded while plants are young.

Sunflowers are heat and drought tolerant once established. Keep flowers cut to extend season.

Additional Information

Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus

Height: 5′ (1.5m)

Bloom Period: summer

Type: annual