Fothergill's Little Gardeners Sunny Giant Sunflower Seeds

Details:

• Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus, a traditional and reliable favourite for gardeners of all ages.
• Variety Included: Contains genuine seed of Sunflower 'Giant Single', famous for producing impressive, large classic flower heads.
• Plant Class: Hardy Annual, providing quick, robust growth and reliable flowering within a single year.
• Impressive Growth: Fast-growing stems that climb to incredible heights, creating a fun and competitive element for children to measure.
• Versatile Planting: Creates a spectacular, structural display at the back of sunny borders or when grown in large, heavy patio containers.
• Wildlife Friendly: Once flowering finishes, the large seed heads can be left to dry, providing a valuable, natural food source for garden birds.
• Ideal Position: Thrives best in full sun, producing cheerful, bright yellow blooms from June through to September.

Care Instructions:

• Sowing Location: Sow directly into finely prepared, well-drained soil in a sunny spot, or start indoors in individual pots before transplanting outside.
• Watering Requirements: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, increasing the volume of water as the plant grows larger.
• Plant Support: As these sunflowers reach exceptional heights, they will require staking with a sturdy bamboo cane to protect the tall stems from strong winds.