Helianthus annuus Seeds (Autumn Beauty Sunflower)

Autumn Beauty Sunflower, scientifically known as Helianthus annuus, is a striking plant species that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is commonly referred to as Autumn Beauty due to its stunning flower colors, ranging from deep shades of red and orange to vibrant yellow and bronze. This annual plant produces numerous showy blooms that attract pollinators and add a touch of warmth to any garden. Growing up to 6 feet tall, these sunflowers are easy to cultivate from Helianthus annuus seeds. They thrive in USDA hardiness zones 1-10 and bring joy to gardens across a wide range of climates.

Growing Helianthus annuus from Seed

• Growth cycle: Annual
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Semiarid, Mediterranean
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Yellow

Germinating Autumn Beauty Sunflower Flower Seeds

To germinate Helianthus annuus, start by planting its seeds in well-draining soil, about 1 inch deep. Keep the soil moist but not soaked, place in a warm area that receives plenty of sunlight, and expect germination within 7-10 days.

We source all of our Helianthus annuus seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Autumn Beauty Sunflower seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Autumn Beauty Sunflower seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Helianthus annuus seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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