Description
Majestic, multi-branched plants provide gorgeous cut flowers throughout summer. Easy to grow in almost any well-drained soil, and drought tolerant. In areas with a long growing season, sow a new crop every 24 weeks up until 3 months before first fall frost for continuous bloom. Due to its intense bee attraction, ‘Lemon Queen’ is the sunflower used in the Great Sunflower Project, a study to gather information about native bee populations. Sunflowers are edible, with a bittersweet flavor. The petals add a pretty pop of color ion salads and desserts. The young, sunflower buds are edible, with a flavor similar to artichoke hearts. They can be grilled, marinated, or sauteed for an unusual appetizer or side dish.
Variety Info
Family:Asteraceae
Type:Sunflower (Learn more)
Native:North America
Hardiness:Annual
Exposure:Full sun
Bloom Period:Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions:5’7′ tall
Variety Info:Blooms have lemon-yellow petals with a brown center. Plants produce one large main flower, 5″7″ wide, followed by smaller secondary flowers.
Attributes:Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside:RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside:2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sunflowers are senstive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground.
Days to Emerge:1015 days
Seed Depth:“”
Seed Spacing:A group of 3 seeds every 18″24″
Thinning:When 3″ tall, thin to 1 every 18″24″
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.