Helianthus Annuus Chocolate Cherry Sunflower Seeds

Chocolate Cherry (Helianthus Annuus) - Sunflower "Chocolate Cherry" flowers have dark chocolate centers surrounded by petals of a brownish-burgundy color. Plants grow 6 - 8 feet tall and have long flower stems, making this variety a great cut flower. Chocolate Cherry is a striking variety for the back of the border and is excellent for pollinator gardens.

Growing Sunflowers From Seed: Sunflowers are easy to grow from flower seeds. After danger of frost has passed, directly sow Chocolate Cherry Sunflower seeds into prepared seed beds that are weed free and the soil has been loosened. Space the sunflower seeds 12 inches apart, cover the seed 1/2 inch deep, and thin the sunflower seedlings to 24 inches apart.

Sunflower Seeds | Chocolate Cherry

How to Grow

Sunflowers are easy to grow from flower seeds. After danger of frost has passed, directly sow Chocolate Cherry Sunflower seeds into prepared seed beds where the soil has been loosened. Plant in a full sun location. Space the sunflower seeds 12 inches apart. Cover the seeds 1/2 inch deep, and thin the sunflower seedlings to 24 inches apart.

• Depth: 1/2 inch
• Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant or 1/4 lb per 500 SF
• Average Germ Time: 10 - 15 days
• Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination

Flower Specifications

Or, you can start the Helianthus seeds indoors. Sow several weeks before last frost. Sow in individual pots and keep moist. Make sure plants are kept in a strong light until transplanted outdoors.

• Plant Spacing: 24 inches
• Height: 6 - 8 feet
• USDA Zones: 3 - 10
• Season: Annual