The classic, fun to grow, giant sunflower with large bright flower heads
Features: Easy, fast growing with huge heads on giant stems.
Sowing Guide - Indoors: Sow indoors 1.5cm (1/2") deep, individually in small pots of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or greenhouse. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 45cm (18") apart.
Sowing Guide - Outdoors: Sow outdoors where they are to flower, 1.5cm (1/2") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Sow two seeds together every 45cm (18"). Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Remove the weaker plant, which can be transplanted if desired. Water well until young plants are established.
Soil Type: Well drained, fertile
Position: Full sun
Hints & Tips: Leave the dead flower heads to attract and help feed the wild birds in the autumn. Easy to grow but if garden pests are a problem start seeds indoors.
