Name: Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Seeds | Annual Wildflower Seeds
SKU: DwarfSunspt
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Sunflower, Dwarf Sunspot – Helianthus annuus

The Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower has large heads, 10 – 12″, with sunny-yellow petals with golden centers on compact bushes, only up to 24″ tall, with edible seeds. This shorter variety is great for containers, beds, and borders.

Description

Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Product Info

We offer Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) for gardeners who want a compact sunflower with big, classic blooms. This variety produces large 10 to 12 inch sunny-yellow heads with golden centers on sturdy plants that stay under 24 inches tall, and it also produces edible seeds.

Quick Specs

Color: Golden yellow
Flower Head Size: 10 to 12 inches
Height: 20 to 24 inches
Type: Annual
Climate: Sun-Dry
Seeds per Pound: 23,000 (approx. 65 seeds per 3 gm packet)
Zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 4 to 10
Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall
Available Sizes: 1 oz, 4 oz, 8 oz, 1 lb
SKU: DwarfSunspt

Why?

We like Dwarf Sunspot for small spaces because it delivers oversized blooms without towering height. With regular deadheading, it keeps producing new blossoms as it works to set seed. For gardeners who want longer-lasting color, these tips for keeping sunflowers blooming are especially helpful.

Where?

Use it in full sun in containers, beds, and borders. It is a strong choice where you want sunflower color without shading nearby plants.

When?

Plant after the danger of frost has passed, once soil temperatures are around 55 to 60°F. If you are unsure about your region, check your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone before planting.

Water?

Keep the seedbed moist through germination and early growth. After establishment, water deeply as needed during hot, dry stretches.

Planting Information

Best Planting Season:

Spring, after the danger of frost has passed, when soil temperatures are around 55 to 60°F.

Easy Planting Instructions:

Prepare the site: Choose direct sun and remove weeds and debris.

Improve the soil (recommended): Mix in composted manure and a slow-release fertilizer.

Plant at the right depth: Plant no more than 1 inch deep in loose, fertile soil.

Space seedlings: Plant about 12 inches apart in rows about 30 inches apart.

Thin for stronger plants: Thin seedlings to 18 to 24 inches apart, keeping 1 plant per 2 to 3 sq ft.

Water during establishment: Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings are established.

Growth Requirements:

Full sun
Loose, fertile soil (add organic matter for best vigor)

Seeding Rate:

Acreage planting: 15,000 to 25,000 plants per acre
Approximate seed amount: 3 to 4 lb of seed per acre
Smaller areas: About 625 plants per 1,000 sq ft (about 2 oz of seed)
Spacing note: Closer spacing gives more, smaller flowers; wider spacing gives fewer, larger flowers

Mix Content

This is a single-variety sunflower offered for compact growth and oversized blooms.

Helianthus annuus ‘Dwarf Sunspot’: Compact sunflower with 10 to 12 inch yellow heads

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Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Product Info