Giant Sunflower ‘Sungold’ – Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

Description:
Brighten your garden with the stunning Giant Sunflower ‘Sungold’, a magnificent Helianthus annuus variety known for its large, fully double golden-yellow blooms. The fluffy, pom-pom-like flowers create a striking display that attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators throughout the summer. Growing tall and strong, these sunflowers make excellent border plants or eye-catching cut flowers. Easy to grow and ideal for sunny spots.

Key Features

• Large, double pom-pom golden-yellow blooms

• Tall-growing, eye-catching annual

• Long-lasting flowers that attract pollinators

• Perfect for cutting and floral arrangements

• Easy to grow from seed

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Borders and backdrops

• Cut flower gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: March–April

• Sow Outdoors: April–May, after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–25°C

• Transplant Outdoors: When seedlings are sturdy

• Height: 150–180 cm

• Spacing: 30–45 cm apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Rich, well-drained

Care Tips

• Water regularly during dry periods

• Support tall stems in windy areas

• Deadhead faded blooms to extend flowering

• Save seeds for wildlife or future planting