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.

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

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″

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