Bring bright, cheerful blooms to your garden with Sunflower Seeds, known for their tall stems and large, vibrant flowers. Perfect for borders, containers, and cutting gardens, sunflowers are easy to grow and low-maintenance, adding seasonal charm and visual appeal to any home garden.
Features
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Produces large, vibrant flowers
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Ideal for borders, containers, and cutting gardens
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Low-maintenance and easy to grow
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Long-lasting seasonal color
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Adds charm and visual interest to home gardens
Specifications
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Type: Annual flowering plant
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Bloom Time: Summer through early autumn
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Height: 4–8 feet (depending on variety)
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Spacing: 12–24 inches apart
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate; water regularly until established
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Zones: USDA Zones 4–10
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Soil Preparation: Use well-drained soil enriched lightly with organic matter.
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Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost in spring. Plant 1–2 inches deep.
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Watering: Keep soil moist until seedlings establish; water moderately afterward.
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Germination: Seeds typically sprout within 7–14 days under bright, warm conditions.
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Care: Thin seedlings to proper spacing. Stake taller varieties to support growth. Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowering.
