Southern Harvest
Quality seeds for kitchen, flower and native gardeners
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Botanical Name
Helianthus annuus Dazzler
This cheerful yellow, fuzzy faced sunflower is a favourite. The double flower is packed with full, long petals and provides a striking sight. Loves full sun. Keep it happy with water and compost to reach its full fuzziness. Can also be used as a cut flower. Quick to germinate, fast to grow, hardy and fun to look at make these an ideal plant for kids to grow. The seeds and petals are edible. 12 seeds.
Sunlight
Full
Frost Resilience
Frost Hardy
Lifespan
Annual
Sow Method
Direct or Transplant
Sowing Instructions
Sow in pots to transplant later or direct to garden in a sunny spot. Keep seedlings well watered, and feed sparingly with liquid fertiliser once established. May need staking for support in windy areas. Takes about 70 days from sowing to flower.
Height
1.5 m
Spacing/Spread
0.4 m
Sowing Periods
Cool Climate Periods
Oct 1st to Jan 31st
Temperate Climate Periods
Sep 1st to Jan 31st
Tropical & Sub-Tropical Climate Periods
Jan 1st to Dec 31st