Key Features
Red Sunflower Seeds for growing red sunflower from seed in suitable garden conditions.
- Variety: Red Sunflower
- Color: Red (as named; seed-grown color may vary)
- Plant Characteristics: warm-season annual
- Garden Uses: cut flowers and pollinator planting
- Unique Feature: Seed-grown flower color can vary by cultivar
Growing Benefits
- Can be used in cut flowers and pollinator planting where climate and site conditions are suitable.
- Flowers may provide forage for visiting pollinating insects when grown to bloom.
- Allows gardeners to raise plants for their preferred spacing and garden layout.
Seed Specifications
- Common Name: Red Sunflower
- Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus
- Plant Type: warm-season annual
- Colors: Red
- Height: Not specified
- Germination Time: 7–10 days
- Growing Zones: Not specified; depends on species and local winter temperatures
- Flowering/Harvest/Maturity: Not specified
- Uses: cut flowers and pollinator planting
Growing Tips
- Check local frost dates and plant during after the last frost.
- Use well-drained soil and follow drainage needs.
- Provide full sun when established.
- For seedlings, water deeply during establishment.
Seed Storage
Store dry seeds in a labeled, sealed container in a cool, dry, dark place. Avoid temperature swings and moisture; storage longevity varies by species.
Unique Facts About Seeds
- Seed-grown flower color can vary by cultivar
- Plant performance depends on growing conditions and seed quality.