Sunflower seeds : Solar Eclipse F1 Hybrid

The central brown disc of Solar Eclipse is flanked by a ring of pure yellow petals with a rich red flaming, this gives a spectacular ring of fire to the bloom. Ideal for height and stature in the border, and makes a fine cut flower. Easy to grow; ideal for children.

Sowing:

Sow thinly in well cultivated soil raked to a fine tilth. Germination usually takes around 21 days.

Alternatively, you can sow indoors in late winter/early spring for earlier flowering. Sow individually into 7.5cm (3in) pots at 20-30C (68-86F). When well grown, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost.

Growing:

When large enough to handle, thin seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart.

Aftercare:

Prefers a well drained soil in full sun.

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