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Sunflower Seeds - Wild
SEEDS PER POUND
59,000
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
108 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer to fall
BLOOM COLOR
Yellow
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Moist, fertile, pH 5.5 - 7.5
DEER RESISTANT
No
About...
Wild Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) - The species is commonly seen growing along roads, fences, fields and in waste areas west of the Mississippi River and is the state flower of Kansas. The flower heads have orange-yellow petals and brown to purple center disks. Planting wild Sunflower seeds will create a lovely naturalized setting.MORE SUNFLOWERS OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
69 - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 15 days on non-dormant seed
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
1/2 inch
SOWING RATE
8 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 22 pounds per acre
MOISTURE
Keep seed slightly moist but not wet
PLANT SPACING
24 inches
Wild Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) - Imagine a meadow filled with wild Sunflowers! These giant annuals produce numerous 3 - 6 inch flower heads on branching stems. They are native to dry plains, prairies, meadows and foothills in the western United States, Canada and northern Mexico. The plants are coarse, hairy, leafy, and fast-growing and typically grow to 36 - 108 inches tall with stiff branching, upright stalks. The species is commonly seen growing along roads, fences, fields and in waste areas west of the Mississippi River and is the state flower of Kansas. The flower heads have orange-yellow petals and brown to purple center disks. Planting wild Sunflower seeds will create a lovely naturalized setting.
Grow wild Helianthus in a sunny location in somewhat fertile well-drained soil. Keep soil weed free and moderately moist while plants are young. Once established, the plants are somewhat drought and heat tolerant. They will flower mid-summer through fall. Birds are attracted to the seeds.
Common Questions
What direction do the flowers face?
Sunflowers follow the sun.
Are any of the seeds toxic?
No, they are not toxic, however only the giant sunflower seeds are good for eating.
Why are the seeds hollow?
This could be from a lack of pollination; sunflowers need insects for pollination. Also, sunflower moth larvae may leave tiny holes in the shell.
How long do sunflowers bloom?
Sunflowers bloom for about 4-6 weeks.
Do sunflowers attract pollinators?
Bees and butterflies are attracted to the beautiful sunflower. Birds also enjoy them.
Can I use as a cut flower?
Yes, sunflowers can be used in flower arrangements.
How many times do sunflowers bloom?
Single stem sunflowers bloom one time, while branching sunflowers continue to bloom over a couple of months.
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