Sunflower Velvet Queen
Sunflower Velvet Queen. Velvet Queen produces a striking display of dark mahogany-claret red flowers with an almost black centre on 5-7′ sturdy branching plants. Free flowering an ideal addition to borders and perfect as a cut flower. A popular Heirloom variety.
Cultivation Advice Sunflower Velvet Queen
Days To Germination: 14-21.
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 68F-86F.
Planting Depth: 1/4 inch,
Spacing, Seed: 4-6 inch.
Spacing, Plant: 24-36 inches.
Plant Height: 5-7 ft.
Light: 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 positions.
