McKenzie Sunflower Large Seeded Tall Seeds

Sunflower Large Seeded Tall produces classic towering sunflower plants with big, golden yellow heads and large seeds that are excellent for snacking, roasting, or feeding wildlife. This dependable annual brings bold vertical colour and architectural interest to beds, borders, fences, and field-style plantings while attracting pollinators and birds.

Why you’ll love it:

• Large, golden yellow blooms with big seed heads
• Great for snacking, roasting, or feeding birds and wildlife
• Strong tall habit adds architectural impact to gardens
• Attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus
• Plant Type: Annual flower/edible seed
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Water Requirements: Average; ~2.5–5 cm (1–2?) per week
• Germination: 7–10 days
• Days to Bloom: ~70–90 days
• Height: ~180–240 cm (72–96?)

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: ~8–12 seeds
• Special Characteristics: Large edible seeds; excellent for wildlife and birds

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds directly outdoors once all danger of frost has passed and soil is warmed. Space plants 30–60 cm (12–24?) apart in full sun with well-drained soil. Harvest seeds for snacking or roasting when heads mature and petals drop; leave some for birds and wildlife.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.