Sunflower

For colorful summer planting in the garden, sunflowers, also known as Helianthus annuus or common sunflower, are the perfect choice. With their large blooms that not only resemble the sun but also face it, they not only conjure up a vibrant image in your garden but also add a certain something to floral arrangements.

In our Gartenzauber online shop, you'll find an exquisite selection of sunflower seeds. We've carefully selected special varieties for you; from the soft light yellow of " Buttercream " to the unusual dark red of " Pro Cut Red ," there's something for every taste.

In the Gartenzauber online shop you can order seeds of the most beautiful sunflower varieties at any time.

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By sowing sunflowers you can add intense highlights to your garden, especially when summer is in full bloom. In our range of sunflower seeds you will always find special varieties that ensure beautiful summer beds and colorful flower arrangements. Create your own personal summer garden or bring new vitality and colorful freshness to your beds and bouquets with our exquisite range of sunflowers. Thanks to our carefully selected varieties, monotony in the garden is a thing of the past. We have lovingly put together special versions for every taste and style. The almost white flowers of “ Pro Cut White Nite ” give your garden a cool elegance, while the two-tone yellow and dark red flowers of “ Pro Cut Bicolor ” add intense highlights.

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It's best to start sowing sunflowers indoors on your windowsill starting in March. Ideally, soak the sunflower seeds in water for 24 hours before sowing. Rinse them thoroughly and then sow the seeds in nutrient-rich soil, covering them with about 1-1.5 cm of soil, as sunflower seeds germinate in the dark. Keep the soil evenly moist, but not too wet. The first seedlings should appear after about 7 to 14 days. Once the risk of frost has passed, you can plant the young plants in their permanent location outdoors starting in mid-May, spacing them 45 cm apart.

Is the sunflower a dark germinator?

Sunflowers are dark germinators and must be covered with soil for germination.

Are sunflowers hardy?

Sunflowers are not winter hardy; they are annuals and will not survive the winter, even if planted in a pot and kept protected.

When should sunflowers be planted?

Sunflowers should be planted in a sunny location after the last frost in mid-May so that they can show their full splendor during the flowering period from July to October.

How do I care for sunflowers?

Sunflowers require regular watering, especially during dry periods. However, waterlogging should be avoided. Depending on where they are planted, they may need support to keep the flower upright.

How do sunflowers stay fresh in a vase for a long time?

Sunflowers are best cut early in the morning and placed in boiling water for a maximum of five seconds. This will kill the stems and make them last significantly longer. The water for the vase should be lukewarm and changed daily.