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Helianthus

Genus

Also called sunflower

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Helianthus
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Fact sheet

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Typeannual

“Helianthus are a large genus of plants that can be grown as Hardy perennials or Hardy annuals.” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Days to germination90–150 days

“usually lasting anywhere from 90 up to 150 days” — (Helianthus annuus) Sunflower Care Guide

Lightfull sun

“Sunflowers love full sun and a well-draining soil.” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Waterregular watering

“young plants will benefit from regular watering.” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Spacing24–36 in

“leave 2 to 3 feet of space around divisions to give them room to spread.” — 10 Types of Perennial Sunflowers to Grow Year After Year

Height59–118 in

“Height 1.5–2.5 metres” — Helianthus / RHS Plant Guide

Propagationseed

“Seed Success: Start Strong with this Ultimate Seed Starter Kit” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Ready whenthey will need to be protected from birds

“If you want to use your sunflower seeds for culinary use, then they will need to be protected from birds” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Edible partsseeds

“and sunflower seeds are of great commercial and health value.” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Pestsaphids, caterpillars, powdery mildew

“such as aphids and caterpillars.” — Helianthus Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

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