Sunflower, Mammoth Grey Stripe Heirloom Botanical Interests Seeds

Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus

Family: Asteraceae

Native: North America

Hardiness: Annual

Plant Dimensions: 612 tall

Variety Information: Up to 12-wide flowers with yellow petals and a brown center. Single type.

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

8 grams (~70 seeds)

Botanical InterestsMammoth Sunflower Seeds

Heirloom

This giant among sunflowers is a fast grower whose single stalk can reach 12′ tall and produces one 10″-12″ flower! Not fussy about soil, it’s very easy to grow and drought tolerant. Grow in a tight row to make an attractive screen. Sow monthly for continual bloom into fall. Edible, gray-striped seeds invite birds in the fall (if you don’t eat the seeds first!). Edible, bittersweet petals make a sunny garnish on salads and appetizer plates. Attracts pollinators.

8 grams (~70 seeds)