Sunflower, Velvet Queen Seeds

Helianthus annuus

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Sunflower, Velvet Queen Seeds

Helianthus annuus

$2.99

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Product Information

The velvety, deep-red flower of the Velvet Queen Sunflower provides unsurpassed garden beauty.

This old-fashioned sunflower is easy to maintain and offers long-lasting bloom performance.

Velvet Queen Sunflower has tall, branched plants topped with large, dramatic blooms in rich, warm colors—stunning in garden displays and cut flower bouquets.

These sunflower seeds are easy to grow and provide a beautiful way to decorate your garden and home!

Are you interested in growing a sunflower garden? Visit this link to learn more.

Sku: 6530

Vendor: Ferry-Morse

Common Name: Sunflower

Growing Information

Safe
for Bees

Good For Pollinators

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun

Days to
Germination:

10 - 14 Days

Best
Container Size:

18"+

Growing Height:

60"

Water
Needs:

Average (1 - 2 in / week)

Key Features

Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Pollinators, Songbirds, and Specialized Bees, Pet Friendly

Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus

Fill Weight (grams): 0.6

Plant Type: Flower

Plant Lifecycle: Annual

Approximate Seed Count: 4 - 10

Days To Bloom: 65 - 70 Days

Landscape Use: Bedding

Disease Resistance: Deer Resistance|Dry Soil|Poor Soil

Tolerance: Drought Tolerant

Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer

Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer

Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"

Shipping

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Instructions

Plant Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds directly outdoors. Thin to 6"-8" between plants if necessary. Water regularly and weed between plants. Plant every two weeks for a continuous supply of flowers.

Planting Depth: 0.5"

Seed Spacing: Sow Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds roughly 6" apart.

Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

Suggestions

Plant Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds with other decorative sunflowers such as Lemon Queen, Autumn Beauty, and Evening Sun for a spectacular garden display.