Giant red and orange sunflowers

Description: Giant red and orange sunflowers are spectacular plants with brightly coloured flowers reaching impressive heights of up to 3 metres. They are not only decorative but also useful for attracting pollinators and producing edible seeds.

Sowing: in the ground, in pots

Sowing advice :

• Direct sowing in the ground: Sow after the last frosts, 1 seed every 30 cm, in rows 70 cm apart. Cover the seeds with 2-3 cm of soil.
• Sowing in pots: Sow under cover in April for transplanting in May, spacing the plants 30 cm apart in rows 70 cm apart.

Sowing period (under cover): April

Sowing period (outdoors): May, June

Harvest period: August, September, October

Growing: in the garden

Exposure: sunny

Water requirement: medium

Soil type: all soil types

Soil quality: well drained, rich in organic matter

Plant size : 200 to 300 cm

Historical origin of the variety: Sunflowers are native to North America and have been cultivated by indigenous peoples for thousands of years. The giant red and orange varieties were developed for their beauty and impressive size.

Use: Giant red and orange sunflowers are perfect for ornamental gardens, borders and hedges. The seeds can be harvested for human or animal consumption. The flowers attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators.