Sunflower Desert Sun

As low as €3,90 per package

  • New introduction for 2024
  • Unique creamy lemon gold petals with maroon centers
  • 20 seeds per pack
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Sunflower Desert Sun
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€3,90

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Helianthus annuus 'Desert Sun'
New introduction for 2024. Desert sun is a radiant bi-color sunflower. It boasts a creamy lemon gold base with variable light to dark maroon rings. Bloom diameter of up to 17cm!

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Sowing advice

Sunflowers are easy to grow from seed and are ideal for growing with children. They can grow to heights of up to two meters, bear impressive, long-lasting flowers, and look fantastic in gardens and allotments. They make an excellent cut flower.

How to grow sunflowers at home:
To grow sunflowers you need a sunny, sheltered spot and a good soil – add plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost before planting, if you can. protect the young plants from slugs and snails and water your sunflowers regularly. You may also need to stake them if they’re in an exposed position.

When to plant sunflower seeds:
Sow sunflower seeds from April to May, individually in 10cm pots of peat-free, multi-purpose compost. Plant out into the garden when all risk of frost has passed, from early June.

Sow thinly, 12mm deep in drills 45cm apart in well cultivated soil raked to a fine tilth. Germination takes around 7 days. When large enough to handle, thin to 45cm apart.

For Earlier Flowering: Sow indoors, individually in 7.5cm pots at 20-25C.

When well grown, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost.


Fast Facts

Article number:
S05960-11
Botanical Name:
Helianthus annuus
Common Name:
Sunflowers
Days to germinate:
0-7 days
Days to maturity:
12-14 weeks from sowing
Flowering time:
June - October
Hardiness and Longevity:
Hardy Annual
Height:
Up To 180cm
Ideal For:
Patio, Cottage Gardens. Wildlife Gardens and Cut Flower Garden
Spread:
Up To 45cm
Sunlight:
Full Sun

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