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With bright blooms that go all summer, sunflowers are heat-tolerant, resistant to pests, and attractive to pollinators. Harvest the seeds in late summer and fall for a healthy snack, or feed them to the birds! Learn how to plant, grow, and care for sunflowers.
- Sunflower Care
- Types of Sunflowers
- Pruning
- Propagating Sunflowers
- How to Grow Sunflowers from Seed
- Potting and Repotting Sunflowers
- Overwintering
- Common Pests & Diseases
- How to Get Sunflowers to Bloom
The only mandatory requirements for sunflowers are a sunny location and well-drained soil. Select an area sheltered from strong winds that might topple these tall plants if possible. It can be helpful to plant sunflowers in groups to support each other against wind and rain. Growers often have to stake their sunflowers, especially the tall varietie...
Helianthus annuus 'Russian Giant'Helianthus annuus'Teddy Bear'Helianthus annuus 'Giant Sungold'Helianthus annuus 'Autumn Mix'Typically sunflowers don't require pruning but, if grown in clusters, can benefit from occasional trimming. You can trim perennial sunflowers twice a year with pruning shears, once in late spring and once in summer. You should cut annual sunflowers to the ground once they show signs of browning and drying.
Sunflowers can be propagated by taking cuttingsand rooting them. The main benefit of propagating from cuttings is to create genetic uniformity in your garden. It's best to take cuttings before the season's growth has matured. Still, propagating with seeds is easier. Here's how to propagate sunflowers from cuttings: 1. With pruning shears or a sharp...
Sunflowers are usually grown from seed. Seeds can be sown directly into the garden once the threat of frost has passed in the spring, or they can be started indoors three to four weeks before transplanting into the garden. Peat or paper pots that ultimately can be planted directly into the ground are recommended for seedlings started indoors, as su...
To pot a sunflower, select a pot suitable for its size. Fill the pot or container with loose potting mix and organic matter and place it in direct sunlight. Generally, you may use a 7-gallon to 10-gallon pot or plastic container with good drainage.
Sunflowers are sensitive to frost and may need to be overwintered indoors. You can keep your sunflower in a warm, bright, dry location indoors throughout winter. Sunflowers can survive winters, but their flowering will likely be duller in color.
Several pests and diseases can affect sunflowers. Birds and rodents are very fond of the seeds. So if you'd like to save seedsfor planting, cover the flower heads with netting to protect them from pests. Moreover, the sunflower moth lays its eggs on the plant, and the larvae feed on the flower heads, tunneling and leaving holes in the seeds. Pestic...
Sunflowers bloomwith vibrant yellow petals and a sweet, woody scent in the summer. Perennial sunflowers bloom for 8 to 12 weeks, from early summer through late autumn. You can encourage bloom by giving your sunflower ample full sun and watering regularly. Handle the flowers very gently while they bloom. It may be helpful to deadhead your sunflowers...
- Marie Iannotti
- Sunflower, common sunflower
- Helianthus annuus
- Asteraceae
The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a species of large annual forb of the daisy family Asteraceae. The common sunflower is harvested for its edible oily seeds which are used in the production of cooking oil.
Jun 25, 2024 · Sunflower, genus of nearly 70 species of herbaceous plants of the aster family. Sunflowers are native primarily to North and South America, and some species are cultivated as ornamentals for their spectacular size and flower heads. The edible seeds are an important source of oil.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Plant Care. Learn How To Plant, Care and Grow Gorgeous Sunflowers. Bring the sunshine to your garden with vibrant sunflowers; watch them tower majestically, then gather their blooms to create your own radiant sunflower bouquet – a joy in every petal!
Jun 13, 2023 · Experts share how to plant, grow, and care for sunflowers, a summer annual that's also pollinator-friendly. Plus, learn about several popular sunflower varieties and how to harvest a sunflower's seeds for snacks.
Learn how easy it is to grow spectacular sunflowers in your garden. Get tips for planting and caring for different types of sunflowers including Helianthus annuus, giant sunflowers, perennial sunflowers and more.
