Item #1327
Annual. With yellow-tipped, bronze-red petals, 'Shock-O-Lat' is sure to draw attention. Contrasting purple-tinged stems are well-branched, offering a multitude of pollenless blooms for bouquets. The 6" flowers can be tamed down to 3" by spacing plants closely (10" apart). Sunflowers are drought tolerant and attract pollinators.
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Annual |
Full sun |
Blooms summer |
6' tall |
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When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost.
When to start inside: 2 to 4 weeks before average last frost. Sunflowers are sensitive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground.
Artist: Carolyn Crawford
Item #1327
10 seeds