Description
Helianthus annuus
Stocky 5' tall plants hold true to their name.
Short (5’ tall) plants stay upright even as they mature 12-16” wide heads packed with HUNDREDS of gorgeous sunflower seeds for fresh eating or oils. This variety was bred by Will Bonsall in Maine, on the foundation of thousands of years of indigenous plant breeding. Cover the maturing heads with paper bags if birds are stealing your crop…or leave them uncovered and provide a delectable dinner for them!
Seeds grown by Affinity Farm in Moscow, Idaho.
20 seeds.
Directions: Direct seed after last frost and thin to 18" between plants. Put a bag over drying heads to protect seeds from birds. When the stalk below the flower is dry, it's ready to harvest!
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Planting Depth |
Seed Spacing |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
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1” |
9” |
7-10 |
85 |