Latin name:Helianthus annus
A tall, teddy bear-type with up to 8" blooms. Branching. Ht. 60-72". Avg. 920 seeds/oz.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 7-14 days at 70-75¡ãF (21-24¡ãC)
SOWING: Outdoors (recommended) - After last frost. Indoors - Sow in final container 3-4 weeks prior to planting out. Dislikes root disturbance.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT: Varies.
PLANT SPACING: 9-24".
HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.
HARVEST: Fresh - flowers just beginning to open. Dried - flowers completely open. Hang or use silica gel.
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