Dwarf Sunflower Seeds

Dwarf Sunflower seeds (Helianthus Annuus) are beautiful and easy to grow.

An adorable 1 to 2 ft. Dwarf Sunflower is early to bloom and perfect for containers or low summer fences.

Pollen-free flowers in orange and reddish brown colors, with dark centers is attracting butterflies and birds.

Sunflowers make an excellent cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements as well. Grow Sunflowers along borders and fences, or in flower beds as a background plant.

PLANT INFORMATION:

SUNFLOWER PLANTING GUIDE:

• Set the seeds indoors in a flat tray, 2 - 3 weeks before the last frost danger.
• Mix together equal amounts of course sand and peat moss, fill the flats with the mixture and pour water over the mixture until it is thoroughly moistened.  
• Plant sunflower seeds 1/2"deep, spaced 4 to 6 inches apart.
• Seeds are slow to germinate at lower temperatures with optimal germination occurring at 70 F.
• The soil temperature should be maintained at 70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Spray the soil with room-temperature water if it begins to dry.
• They do not require a specific soil type, but they need direct sun.
• Germination time is 2-3 weeks  at 70-75°F.
• After sunflower seedlings develop two to four leaves, they should be transplanted into 6-inch-diameter containers.