The Common Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a tall, fast-growing annual with broad, hairy leaves. In summer, it produces enormous flowers, up to 12 in. (30 cm) in diameter, with yellow petals and a dark chocolate-colored central disk.

Helianthus, commonly called sunflower, is a perennial or annual plant that blooms very beautifully. Caring, planting, sowing helianthus, tips on how to care

Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) bloom throughout the summer and into fall. Here's how to grow and care for the season's cheeriest flowers.

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Stella Sunflower Latin name: Helianthus debilis A branching sunflower variety that brings forth brilliant yellow flowers of exceptional beauty. 10+ fresh seed

Botanical Name of Sunflower: Helianthus annuus. The botanical name Helianthus originates from the Greek words helios (Sun) and andanthos (flower). Other Common Names: Common sunflower, wild sunflower, solsikke (Danish), Sonnenblume (German), girasol (Spanish), tournesol (French). Habitat: Common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is native to North America. It has become naturalized in many European countries and today it is cultivated on a grand scale in Russia due to the popularity of the oil produced from the plant's seeds. Description: Sunflower is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the daisy family, the largest and one of the most popular plants from this family.

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Helianthus annuus. Helianthus annuus. A designer hybrid which will gladden your heart with everything yellow on branching plants. These sunflowers will make quite a statement in your garden or in arrangements. Pale, butter-yellow flowers with brown centers are 3 1/2-4 1/2" across. Long side branches that continue to provide blooms for several weeks make this a perfect cut flower. Stem length is 28-50" Pollenless. If you enjoy cut flower arrangements, this is the mix for you Light Requirement: Sun Planting Method: Direct Seed Life Cycle: Annual Colour: cream color Planting: Direct seed outdoors after all danger of frost is past. Dwarf varieties can be seeded inside in peat pots 3 weeks before planting out. Sow 1 inch deep in light, well-drained soil. Keep moist until seed germinates in 10-14 days. Space in a full sun location 6-24 inches apart depending on variety, while cut flower varieties should be spaced 6-10 inches apart to get smaller heads and slender stems for bouquets. Growing: Water regularly but do not over fertilize. Cut flowers last 10-14 days. Drying sunflower heads: If drying outside they should be protected with plastic mesh or brown paper bags. Just cover the heads to keep the birds away.

"SEEDS TO FLOWERS" Helianthus Annuus Formula Mixed Packet contents: approx 80 seeds Formula Mixed Sunflowers are annuals – mixture of blooms with red, lemon or orange petals and dark centre. They will grow up to 1.6 m and will brighten every garden putting a stunning display. Will make a lovely cut flower. Sowing: Sunflowers are easy to grow and the seeds can be sown directly into a well prepared bed where they are to flower. They will do well in any well-drained soil in full sun. Sow direct only when the soil is warm enough and all danger from frost has passed. Alternatively, they can be grown inside in containers and then planted out. Sow the seeds using fine seed compost and pot on once the seedlings are large enough and have developed true leaves. Germination can take between 6 to 14 days at temperature from 18°C to 25°C. Flowers: July to September/October Tip: Sow/plant around the edges of the garden to create beautiful display. All the packaging of this product is fully compostable.

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A Japanese variety, Helianthus annuus 'Taiyo' (Common Sunflower) is a fast-growing, well-branched annual with large, dark green, pointed leaves and dazzling flowers. In summer, it produces large, single blossoms, up to 10 in. across (25 cm), with brilliant yellow petals surrounding a huge dark chocolate central disk. The flower heads are attractive to bees, butterflies and birds. Easy to grow and sensational at the back of a sunny border, this exquisite Sunflower makes magnificent cut flowers too.

A teddy bear type sunflower (Helianthus annuus) with shaggy, doubled blossoms, 4-5 inches in diameter. A great variety for cut flower bouquets.  Sunflowers are annuals that will produce flowers in approximately 60-65 days when seeding in ideal soil and climate conditions. Seeds are certified organic.

50 Helianthus Seeds Sunflower Procut Lite White Cut Flower Seeds Helianthus Seeds F1 Hybrid Helianthus Procut Sunflower is a great variety to make cut flowers from the flower heads get 4" to 6" across and plants get 60" to 80" tall. They will take about 50 to 65 days to harvest they hold well after being cut so they make a great cut flower this is for 50 seeds.

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Western Sunflower has elegant star-like flowers held aloft on leafless stalks two to three feet tall. The shortest of our native sunflowers, Helianthus occidentalis is perfect for dry meadows …

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Swamp sunflowers (helianthus angustifolius) are a wonderful bright yellow wildflower that blooms in the fall. It adds a spectacular splash of color to a meadow or garden as other flowers are fading…

Miller (Mueller. Müller), J.S., Borckhausen, M.B., Illustratio systematis sexualis Linnaei [folio (German) edition], t. 68 (1770-1777) [J. Miller] Find classic sunflower seeds and dozens of new sunflowers at: www.swallowtailgardenseeds.com/annuals/sunflowers.html From the Swallowtail Garden Seeds collection of botanical photographs and illustrations. We hope you will enjoy these images as much as we do.

Find Sunsation Flame Sunflower (Helianthus annuus 'Sunsation Flame') in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (SK) at Lakeshore Garden Centres

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Helianthus annuus 'Ruby Eclipse', late July.

Maximillian Perennial Sunflower Seeds, Helianthus maximilianii Bright yellow Flowers that bloom all summer long, at least 25 seeds per package. Latin name: Helianthus maximilianii Family: Asteraceae (Compositae) (Sunflower family) Common names: Dame’s Rocket, Sweet Rocket, damask-violet, dame's-violet Description: Maximillian Sunflowers are native prairie perennial plants with spectacular golden yellow flowers with yellow centers. The lemon yellow flowers are 2-4 inches wide. The plants range from 3 to 8 feet tall. Maximillian Sunflowers will bloom all summer into fall. Planting Instructions: Sow outdoors directly in the garden in most soil 1/8 inch deep in direct sun.. Space young seedlings 4-6 inches apart. Maximillian Sunflowers attract pollinators, are drought tolerant and deer-resistant, and make lovely flower arrangements as fresh cut flowers. All Brookingham seeds are organically grown, non-GMO and neonicotinoid-free. USDA zones: 4-10 Sunset zones: 1-3, 10-13

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