Sunflower Sunshine

What Sunflower Sunshine is

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

This variety is exceptionally easy to grow.

It reaches a height of up to 180 cm.

Flowers from July 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: 91%
• Pack size: 1 g
• Seed origin: Netherlands
• Sowing: April and May; direct
• Flowering: July – October
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Sunflower Sunshine

Sunflower Sunshine seeds are sown in April and May. The plants flower from July 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 Sunshine

• 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 April 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 Sunshine be sown?

The recommended sowing months are April and May. Sowing method: direct.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 91%. 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.