Sunflower Growing Guide

Helianthus annuus

Sunflower

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Well drained fertile soil

Position

Full sun

Frost tolerant

Hardy

Feeding

None generally needed.

Spacing

Single Plants: 30cm (11") each way (minimum)
Rows: 30cm (11") with 50cm (1' 7") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly in spring
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Notes

Dwarf varieties are suitable for smaller gardens. Plant larger varieties to the back of the garden to prevent them casting shade. Keep well watered in dry weather

Harvesting

Harvest once seeds start drying. Spent stalks and heads good addition to compost (make sure all the seeds are out).

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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