Sunflower Red Sun Helianthus annuus Flower Seeds

A fast-growing annual with broad, oval to heart-shaped, roughly hairy leaves. In summer, it bears huge singular flowers with velvety petals of dark bronze and deep dark centres.

These great big red flowers on tall, erect plants are particularly good for cutting. This is a spectacular and unusual variety - one of our favourites. 5ft (1.5m)

Surely a plant that needs no introduction. Worthy of a place in any garden and a favourite for children to grow. Incidentally, an ideal plant to grow in a large clump at the foot of large trees or near the edge of a pool. They are surprisingly tolerant of partial shade. There are now also plenty of varieties that are great for cutting – big and dramatic and, of particular interest to the writer – no skill required for arranging! Just stick them in a (large) vase.

Germination Instructions

Sow directly where they are to flower. Sow 15mm deep into finely prepared soil which has be raked to a fine tilth. Sow 2 seeds together every 45cm. Seedlings appear in 14-21 days. When large enough to handle thin out the weaker of the two plants, replant elsewhere if required. Water well until established. Can be started early indoors, sow into individual pots 15mm deep, place pots in a cold frame or greenhouse. Keep moist. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed.

The flowers attract bees and the seeds that follow provide food for birds
height 150cm
spread 50cm
Full sun

Suitable for the Garden, vegetable garden, allotments, borders and containers. 

Be prepared to water well and supplement feed with high-potash feed during season. Regular feeding is recommended.