Sunflower – Taiyo Organic
An heirloom Japanese non-branching variety, producing a huge cartwheel of brilliant yellow petals around chocolate centres. Single large 15-25cm (6-10in) flower heads in tones of yellow orange, with rich chocolate centres. Perfect for pollinators and when mature seeds into winter for birds.
Cultivation advice Sunflower – Taiyo Organic
Days To Germination:Â 14-21 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination:Â 68F-86F
Planting Depth:Â 1/4Â inch
Spacing, Seed:Â 4-6 inch
Spacing, Plant:Â 24-36 inches
Plant Height:Â 6-7 ft
Light:Â Full Sun
- Seeds can be started indoors 3 to 4 weeks before last spring frost. Or direct-sow seeds outside after all danger of frost has passed to a depth of 1/4 inch. Can be sown as late as 100 days before last frost.
- When seedlings are 2 to 3 inches high, thin to individual pots. Replant thinned plants.
- Protect from Snails / Slugs whilst young.
- Steadily harden off before planting out after all danger of frost has passed.
- May require staking / support in exposed postions.
