Helianthus annuus

Sunflower

Common names: Common Sunflower

Photo: Jon Sullivan · Public Domain · Source

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Description

Sunflowers are bee-friendly, provide privacy screening, and serve as bird food all in one. Height varies by variety from 60 cm to 4 m.

Full sun, nutrient-rich soil. Direct sow from mid‑April. Bind tall varieties to a stake to prevent wind‑induced tipping.

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DiseasehighMay–Oct

Sclerotinia sclerotiorum

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