Sunflower Orange Sun

Sunflower Orange Sun — variety description

Sunflower Orange Sun (Helianthus annuus L.) is an annual flower of the Daisy family (Asteraceae). The sunflower is an annual flowering plant.

Grown as a crop for its edible oil-bearing seeds.

Besides oil production, it is also used as livestock fodder.

It reaches a height of 90 to 300 cm.

Flowers from June to October.

The ornamental sunflower brings sunshine to the garden and the vase — from low, bushy varieties for pots to giants over 2 m. Attracts bees, and the seeds feed the birds in winter.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 88%
• Seeds per packet: 18–25 pcs (0.8 g)
• Seed origin: France
• Sowing: March – May; direct
• Flowering: June – October
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Sunflower Orange Sun

Sunflower Orange Sun seeds are sown in March – May. The plants flower from June to October. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Sunflower Orange Sun

• Sowing method: direct
• Depth: 2–3 cm
• Spacing: 30–60 cm depending on the variety
• Germination: 5–10 days at 15–25 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Sow the seeds from March to May. Prefers sunny and warm places. Likes moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained and moist soils.

Sow directly once the soil has warmed up. Likes sun and deep soil; tall varieties are tied to a stake.

Flowering and uses

For the vase, cut the stems when the flower begins to open; change the water every day.

Frequently asked questions

When should Sunflower Orange Sun be sown?

The recommended sowing months are March – May. Sowing method: direct.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 18–25 seeds, pack size 0.8 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 88%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.

How long does a sunflower last in a vase?

About 7–10 days if cut as it begins to open and the water is changed daily.