Sunflower Seeds - Chocolate Helianthus annuus

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Unit Size	Unit Price	Savings	Qty
Packet	$4.25
1 Ounce Package	$17.95
1/4 Pound Package	$39.95	44%	Notify Me
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Annual; Grows 40-60 Inches
Easy to grow, Summer blooming
Prefers full sun exposure

Shipping Schedule

Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.

Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials	Shipping Begins
Zones 9 - 12	Late February to Early March
Zone 8	Early to Mid March
Zone 7	Mid to Late March
Zone 6	Early April
Zone 5	Late April
Zones 2 - 4	Late April to Early May
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted.
Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris	Shipping Begins
All Zones	Late August
Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs	Shipping Begins
Zones 2 - 4	Mid September
Zone 5	Mid to Late September
Zone 6	Late September
Zone 7	Late September to Early October
Zones 8 - 12	Early to Mid October
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted.
Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials*	Shipping Begins
All Zones	Mid October
*Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots

Product Description

Grow Sunflowers - Plant Chocolate Sunflower Seeds

Informal and unassuming, everyone's favorite sunflower is now available in a beautiful shade of chocolate brown. Shades vary within each petal from deep red to deep chocolate giving this bloom a truly unique and savory touch. Pair with a traditional yellow sunflower to create a wonderful contrast.

Fast Facts

Name:	Sunflower Seeds - Chocolate
Botanical Name:	Helianthus annuus
Life Cycle:	Annual
Light Requirement:	Full Sun
Planting Season:	Spring
Plant Type:	Tall green stalks with large red blossoms and dark center.
Features:	Open Pollinated, Cut Flower Garden, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Color:	Red
Blooms:	Summer
Plant Height:	48-60 inches
Plant Spacing:	8-12 inches
Planting Depth:	1/2 inch
Sowing Method:	Direct Sow
Cold Stratification:	No
Seeds per Packet:	1.5 g
Hardiness Zones:	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Ships:	Year Round

Planting Instructions

When to Plant Sunflowers

It is recommended to sow your sunflower seeds directly into your garden rather than start them in starter pots. Sunflowers send down long taproots that can be stunted in small pots. Once all danger of frost has passed and both daytime and nighttime temperatures reach 55F to 60F you are ready to sow your sunflower seeds.

Where to Plant Sunflowers

Sunflowers grow best in full-sun locations – receiving at least 6 to 8 hours of full sun exposure per day. Though sunflowers are not finicky, they do appreciate loose, well-draining soil. Choose a location that is sheltered from strong winds, perhaps along a fence or near a building. Also consider the height that the particular variety will reach.

How to Plant Sunflowers

Once you have chosen your location, dig down to a depth of 2 inches and turn the soil over to loosen it. Many seeds, like poppies, need sun to germinate. This is not the case with sunflowers and in fact need to be pressed 1 inch deep into the soil. If left on the soil surface, more than likely birds will come and eat them before they ever get anywhere close to germination. Final spacing should be 36” apart for giant sunflowers, 24’ apart for regular-sized and 12” apart for miniature varieties.

Caring for and Harvesting Sunflowers

Sunflowers are usually problem-free. Plant early enough so that autumn frosts do not cut your sunflowers’ life cycle short. Too much rainfall before and after germination can cause the seeds to rot or bring on downy mildew. Be sure to seed after the rainy season to avoid this.

If you would like to harvest the seeds to either replant next year, wait until the end of the bloom cycle. Sunflowers blooms often last 30-45 days. Toward the end of this period, the green back of the flower head will begin to turn yellow and will usually droop at this time. You will also see the seeds swelling on the face of the sunflower. Cover the flowers with paper bags to protect them from birds. Cut off the flower heads and leave inside the brown paper bag. Store this bag in a well-ventilated place like a garage until fully dry. Rub along the seeds with the palm of your hand and the seeds should fall right out into your bag, or work over a cookie sheet. Store seeds in a cool, dry environment until you are ready to reseed next year.

To eat: Soak overnight in water, or salt water. Drain, spread on a shallow baking sheet, and roast for 3 hours at 200F or until crisp.
Planting Video

Seed Coverage

Amount	Recommended Coverage

Packet	Up to 10 Sq. Ft
Ounce Package	Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound Package	Up to 125 Sq. Ft
1 Pound Sack	Up to 500 Sq. Ft
5 Pound Sack	Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Sunflower Seeds - Red Sun Quick View

Sunflower Seeds - Red Sun Helianthus annuus

Annual; Grows up to 80 Inches
Easy to grow and adaptable
Prefers full sun exposure

Buy Sunflower Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk

Unit Size	Unit Price	Savings	Qty
Packet	$3.95
1 Ounce Package	$9.50		Notify Me
1/4 Pound Package	$22.95	40%	Notify Me
1 Pound Sack	$59.95	61%	Notify Me
5 Pound Sack	$164.95 ($32.99/lb.)	78%	Notify Me
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