Flowers
Helianthus 'Tall Single' (Sunflower)
Sunflower
This is a classic tall single sunflower with a strong stem which grows 2-3 meters tall with a large flowerhead. Producing a large amount of seeds, if heads are let uncut they are perfect for feeding the birds in the garden during the Winter months.
- Plant type
- Hardy Annual
- Position
- Full Sun
- Height
- 2.5m
- Spread
- 75cm
Growing calendar
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Sow indoors
Sow outdoors
Flowering
Sowing & growing
Best sown Apr-May where they are to flower. Sow 15mm deep, 50-70 cm apart in prepared soil which has be raked to a fine tilth. Can be started inside in Mar-Apr. Sow 15mm deep in individual pots of seed compost and keep moist. Place in a greenhouse or cold frame to germinate, planting out when risk of frost has passed.
Aftercare
Plants may need staking if grown in exposed area.
Gallery
Ref. SES063