Sunflower Red Sun Seeds

Sunflower Red Sun Seeds produce deep red petals around a dark centre on tall annual plants. Reaching 150 cm, they bring a bold alternative to traditional yellow sunflowers.

Grow it successfully: Read the Sunflower Grow Guide — Red Sun tall-garden module.

Quick Grow Facts

• Plant Type: Annual
• Scientific Name: Helianthus annuus
• Seed Form: Raw seed
• General Sowing Time: Spring to early summer after frost
• Position: Full sun
• Pretreatment: None; sow dry seed straight from the packet
• Sow Depth: 3 mm, from the current packet; keep the shallow seed zone moist
• Light: Not required while the seed is covered; give full light after emergence
• Germination: 7–14 days at about 21–24°C
• Spacing: 50–60 cm, from the current packet
• Growth Form: Tall upright garden and cutting sunflower
• Pinching: No routine pinching
• Height: About 150 cm in the current product description
• Flower Outcome: Dark bronze-red petals; not sold as pollenless and may set seed
• Days to Bloom: Current packet: 100–120 days

Why Grow This Variety

• Deep red petals and a dark centre create a strong contrast.
• Plants reaching 150 cm make a tall garden statement.
• The blooms attract bees and butterflies.
• The variety thrives in full sun.

Garden Uses

Use Red Sun as a focal point, in sunny borders or as a tall backdrop for a dramatic red display.

Growing Notes

• Direct sow after frost and keep the shallow 3 mm seed zone evenly moist until emergence.
• Hold at about 21–24°C; expect germination in 7–14 days.
• Space 50–60 cm and shelter or support tall stems in strong wind.
• No routine pinching is prescribed for this tall display crop.
• The packet gives 100–120 days to bloom; cut as petals start lifting or leave for bees and seed set.

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