Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
- Annual; Prolific bloomer
- Easy to grow, Summer blooming
- Prefers full sun exposure
Fast Facts
About Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
Helianthus annuus
Buy Sunflower Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk
Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
Offering a gentle glow in your garden, like a full summer moon, these large, pale yellow blooms are offset by a wide, black center. A bit of a modern update to a classic look, Moonshine Sunflowers are perfect in the garden and stunning in a vase!
Fast Facts
About Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
Helianthus annuus
Buy Sunflower Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk
Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
Offering a gentle glow in your garden, like a full summer moon, these large, pale yellow blooms are offset by a wide, black center. A bit of a modern update to a classic look, Moonshine Sunflowers are perfect in the garden and stunning in a vase!
How to Plant Moonshine Sunflowers
When to Plant Sunflower Seeds
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 Sunflower Seeds
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 Sunflower Seeds
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.
How to Care for 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.
Seed Coverage for Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
| Amount |
Recommended Coverage |
| Packet |
Up to 10 Sq. Ft |
| 1 Ounce |
Up to 30 Sq. Ft |
| 1/4 Pound |
Up to 125 Sq. Ft |
| 1 Pound |
Up to 500 Sq. Ft |
Companion Plants for Sunflower Seeds - Moonshine
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Aesthetic or Culinary
From Our Customers
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Awesome sunflowers!
Very easy to grow--even when planted late. Grew fast and strong--making a beautiful display on our farm. I will make this variety a staple in my sunflower garden for years to come.
- Stillwaters Farm, Aug 2019
Superb
This sunflower is one of the most beautiful sunflowers I have ever grown as a commercial cutflower grower. The form and tightness of the pedals hold tightly even after cutting for mixed bouquets. The pale yellow is very striking next to all other sunflower colors. The flowers grow in clusters and many branches on the plant. The plants are bushy and incredibly prolific and vigorous and hold up well to all types of weather. I will grow this variety for many years to come.
- Breakfast Hill Gardens, Apr 2017