Sunflower 'Velvet Queen' Organic
Helianthus annuus hyb.

SKU # S559OG

Product Type: Seed Packet

Approximate Seeds Per Packet: 14

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Lush petals with an iridescent sheen in rich autumnal colors frame this gem's deep chocolate, almost black, centers. Strong stems and a multi-branching habit ensure you will have many 4-8" cut flowers to delight all summer. Easy to grow, and a natural bird feeding station with tightly packed seed heads later in the season.

Lifecycle: Annual

Hardiness: Half Hardy Annual

Size: 5' h x 1.5' w

Sun: Full sun

Soil: Regular to rich, well-drained

Season: Summer to fall

Seed to Bloom: 14 weeks

Color: Rust and mahogany petals

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HOW TO GROW Helianthus annuus hyb.

Sowing Instructions

Depth: 1/4"
Sprout Time: 5-14 days
Starting Indoors: Not recommended; sunflowers grow very quickly and do best when sown directly.
Starting Outdoors: Direct sow after last frost.
When to Set Outside:

Placement & Cultivation

Sunflowers' full heads of bloom follow the sun, an attribute called heliotropism. Be sure to plant them where they receive a full day of sun, spaced well apart. Water infrequently but deeply once established to encourage vigorous, deeply rooted plants that can withstand summer storms. A favorite cut flower–plant in back borders in informal cottage gardens, at the edge of vegetable gardens, or as a leafy and flower-filled hedge, where it attracts butterflies, bees, and birds.
Final Spacing: 2-2.5'
Water Use: Medium Water Use
Watering Details: About 1" of water per week, though they will tolerate some dryness.
Soil pH: Acidic to neutral
Fertilizer: Add 2" of compost and mix in prior to planting. Once established one application of a low nitrogen organic fertilizer is beneficial.
Diseases & Pests: Space well apart for increased air circulation to discourage foliar disease that may develop in wet weather. Spray organic fungicides if needed. Remove crop residues after the season is over and rotate crops.
When to Cut For Bouquets: Fully opened flowers

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

Wonderful choice Sunday, August 16, 2020

By NEW PALESTINE , IN

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Gorgeous plants all the way around. Standout flowers and lush green growth. Excellent germination. Will plant again.

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