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Item Number: H229

SUNFLOWER (Helianthus annuus) A

Description:
Grows to a great height with huge heads filled with seeds. Seeds are very nutritious eaten raw or roasted and yield a polyunsat-urated oil. Ht tall 35 plants

WHEN TO SOW
Late March to early June.
WHERE TO SOW
Direct into weed free flowering site about 2cm deep. Alternatively, you can sow indoors in early spring. Sow seeds 12mm (½ inch deep) in individual pots 7.5cm 3in) at 68-72°F (20-22°C). Germination normally takes between 7-10 days. Once the plants is established, gradually harden off and plant out in early June, when all chances of frost has ceased.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If sown direct, thin out seedlings to about 30cm apart. Sunflowers do not like transplanting and are short lived if subjected to this process. Prefers a well drained soil in full sun.
MATURITY
July to September
HANDY TIP
Plants may need staking in exposed areas. When flowers have faded, hang flower heads by strings to feed the birds.

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