Product Review
Grow Red Sun Sunflowers from fresh Helianthus annus flower seeds. Red Sun will produce stunning 5 to 6 inch, bright red blooms atop stems that grow 5 to 6 feet tall. It is grown as an annual flowering plant, meaning that it will grow quickly, bloom profusely and later die with the first killing frost. Sunflowers are among some of the easiest plants to establish from seed. Sunflowers are not particularly fond of being transplanted, but if started indoors, sow in peat pots, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. Sow at a depth of 1/2" under topsoil. Transplant entire pots into the garden, or direct sow when the weather is warm and all danger of frost has passed. Stakes may be necessary to support your Sunflowers, only until the stems become stronger enough to stand on their own. Sunflowers grow long taproots and may rot if the roots become waterlogged. It is recommended to check your sowing area for hard, compacted soil prior to sowing. Renew any hard, compacted soil with a mixture of compost. Sunflowers will enjoy an area of full sunlight for the majority of the day and should be watered daily so that the soil is kept moist until germination has occurred. Your sunflower seeds will begin to germinate within 7 to 10 days after sowing. Plants will grow to a mature height of 5 to 6 feet tall. Space your seeds about 6 to 12 inches apart from one another. Red Sun Sunflower is an annual, branching variety, that produces bright red colored flowers.
- Striking Appearance: Red Sun Sunflowers are known for their bold, deep red to burgundy petals surrounding a dark central disk, offering a dramatic contrast to the classic yellow sunflower varieties.
- Height and Growth: These annuals typically grow to a height of 5-6 feet, with sturdy stems that support their large, eye-catching flower heads, making them a standout in gardens or as cut flowers.
- Blooming Season: They bloom from mid-summer to early fall, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, and can continue flowering with regular deadheading to encourage new blooms.
- Wildlife Attraction: The flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, while their seeds, produced in late summer, provide a food source for birds such as finches and cardinals.
- Quality: All Sunflower seeds packaged by Seed Needs are intended for the current and the following growing seasons. All seeds are stored in a temperature controlled facility that is free of significant amounts of moisture.
- Quantity: Seed Needs offers generous quantities. You can share with friends and family, or you can save the extra seeds until the following season, if properly stored.
- Packets: Each seed packet displays an artful illustration of the variety to be grown, as well as detailed seed sowing information on the reverse side. They measure 3.5" wide by 5" tall.
- Promise: Seed Needs will never knowingly supply GMO based seed products. The vast majority of our seeds are open pollinated & heirloom, with the exception of a few hybrids.
- Germination: Seed Needs packets contain some of the freshest seed available. Direct from the growers. If sown correctly, you will begin seeing results in only a matter of days.
- Freshness: All seeds are packaged in tear resistant and moisture resistant packaging. This keeps the seeds a whole lot fresher than the competitions selection!
