Sunflower Seeds

Dwarf Sunflower 'Teddy Bear' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Dwarf Sunflower 'Teddy Bear' is a charming compact sunflower variety with soft, fully double golden blooms that resemble fluffy pompons. Growing only about 40–60 cm tall, this dwarf type is perfect for smaller gardens, containers, and borders while still delivering the cheerful impact of traditional sunflowers. Its long-lasting flowers are excellent for cutting and loved by pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf habit ideal for pots and small gardens

• Double pompom-style golden blooms

• Long flowering period with continuous color

• Attracts bees and butterflies while brightening patios and borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Teddy Bear'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–60 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Containers and patio pots

• Small gardens or children’s gardens

• Front borders and bedding displays

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in pots or directly outdoors after frost

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off and plant out seedlings after the last frost

4. Care: Water well in dry periods; compact plants rarely need staking.

Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix produces cheerful, long-stemmed blooms in a vibrant range of golden, yellow, and orange shades. Compact yet tall enough for cutting, this variety is perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it brings a burst of summer color to every garden.

Why Grow This Sunflower Mix?

• Bright, cheerful flowers in warm shades

• Ideal for cut flower arrangements

• Semi-tall growth suits small and large gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Water well in dry periods

• Stake if exposed to wind

Tip: Regular cutting encourages more flowers.

Edible Sunflower Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

Bring bold beauty and flavor to your garden with Edible Sunflower (Helianthus annuus). This classic giant produces tall stems topped with golden-yellow blooms and plump, edible seeds. Both ornamental and practical, sunflowers are perfect for brightening garden spaces while providing a nutritious harvest for roasting or snacking.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors from mid-spring after the last frost.

• Choose fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered spot.

• Sow seeds 1.5–2.5 cm deep, spacing plants 30–45 cm apart.

• Keep soil moist until seedlings are established.

• Harvest seeds once the flower heads turn brown and dry.

Key Features

• Produces tall, golden blooms and edible seeds

• Dual-purpose: ornamental and nutritious

• Seeds perfect for roasting and healthy snacking

• Easy to grow and pollinator-friendly

• Adds height and drama to garden borders and allotments

Ideal For

• Home gardens, borders, and allotments

• Harvesting seeds for roasting or snacks

• Attracting pollinators and beneficial wildlife

• Gardeners seeking both beauty and practicality

Sowing

• Best time: Mid to late spring outdoors

• Depth: 1.5–2.5 cm

• Spacing: 30–45 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Cover ripening flower heads with netting to protect seeds from birds before harvest.

Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’ – Seeds

(Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’ is a dramatic variety, admired for its velvety, deep burgundy-red petals with a dark center. Unlike traditional yellow sunflowers, this striking ornamental adds a bold splash of color to borders, bouquets, and wildlife-friendly gardens. Long-lasting and pollen-free, it’s ideal for cutting and arranging.

Why Grow Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’?

• Unique deep red blooms with velvety texture

• Long-lasting flowers for borders and vases

• Pollen-free, making it excellent for cut flowers

• Attracts pollinators while adding bold garden color

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Flowers: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and dramatic summer displays

• Cut flower arrangements

• Wildlife and pollinator gardens

• Adding bold contrast in mixed plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in pots, 1 cm deep

• Sow outdoors: April–June directly in soil after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: Thin or transplant to 40–50 cm apart

• Care: Water well and provide support for taller plants

Mexican Sunflower Scarlet Red Seeds (Tithonia speciosa)

The Mexican Sunflower ‘Scarlet Red’ (Tithonia speciosa) is a bold, heat-loving annual that produces masses of large, daisy-like blooms in brilliant scarlet-red. A true magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, this tall and vibrant flower adds fiery color to borders, wildlife gardens, and cutting displays. With its long flowering season and easy care, it thrives in sunny spots and poor soils.

Why Grow Mexican Sunflower ‘Scarlet Red’?

• Striking scarlet-red blooms up to 8 cm across

• Loved by pollinators and beneficial insects

• Tall, branching plants for a dramatic display

• Thrives in heat, sun, and poor soil

Key Features

• Botanical name: Tithonia speciosa

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 60–75 cm

• Flowering: July–October

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Tall borders and backdrops

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, 0.5 cm deep in trays or pots

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Sow outdoors: May, directly where they are to grow

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Sunflower 'Big Smile' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Sunflower 'Big Smile' is one of the earliest and most compact sunflower varieties, growing just 25–40 cm tall. It produces cheerful, golden-yellow blooms with dark centers, making it ideal for containers, borders, and small gardens. Despite its size, it flowers profusely and brings a burst of sunshine to any space.

What Makes It Special

• Extra compact dwarf variety – perfect for pots and small spaces

• Early flowering, bringing color sooner than most sunflowers

• Bright golden blooms with strong stems

• Low-maintenance, easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Big Smile'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained, fertile soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Small gardens and borders

• Children’s gardens and beginner growers

• Quick, cheerful summer color

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in pots or direct outdoors after frost risk has passed

   • Germination in 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Thin or transplant seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly; no staking required due to dwarf habit.

Gazania ‘Sunshine’ Hybrids Mix – Bright, Sunny Blooms

Gazania ‘Sunshine’ Hybrids deliver radiant, daisy-like flowers in warm yellow, orange, and golden hues. Hardy and drought-tolerant, these low-maintenance annuals bring vibrant color to any garden, border, or container.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, daisy-like flowers in sunny shades

• Long-blooming and hardy

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Adds vibrant color to any garden

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 20–30 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to autumn

• Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

• Deer and heat tolerant

Ideal For

• Garden borders and beds

• Rock gardens and patios

• Containers and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct outdoors after frost

• Plant seeds 0.5 cm deep

• Germination: 10–14 days at 20–25°C

• Space 20–25 cm apart

• Water moderately and provide full sun

Summer Sun – Seeds (Heliopsis scabra)

Summer Sun (Heliopsis scabra) is a hardy perennial known for its bright, golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early autumn. With tall, upright stems and lush green foliage, this variety adds long-lasting color and height to borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators and provides a cheerful, sunny display all summer long.

Why Grow "Summer Sun"

• Vibrant golden-yellow daisy-like blooms

• Long flowering season from mid-summer to early autumn

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Heliopsis scabra)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Mid-summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, mixed perennial beds, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Adding bright color and height to summer borders

• Cottage and perennial garden beds

• Pollinator-friendly garden planting

• Long-lasting summer displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

• Water moderately until established

Beach Sunflower ‘Vanilla Ice’ – Seeds (Helianthus debilis)

Beach Sunflower ‘Vanilla Ice’ (Helianthus debilis) is a low-growing, trailing annual featuring creamy white blooms with a soft yellow center. Ideal for ground cover, borders, hanging baskets, and coastal gardens, this variety thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions. Its long flowering season from summer to autumn attracts pollinators, while the trailing habit adds a cascading effect to containers and garden edges.

Why Grow "Vanilla Ice"

• Creamy white flowers with soft yellow centers

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Low-growing, trailing habit ideal for ground cover and containers

• Attracts pollinators and is easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Helianthus debilis)

• Height: 20–30 cm, trailing 50–70 cm

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Ground cover, borders, containers, hanging baskets, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Coastal and sunny garden settings

• Hanging baskets, containers, and cascading edges

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

• Low-maintenance, decorative ground cover

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 20–22°C

• Space seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun

• Water moderately until established