McKenzie - Sunflower, Velvet Queen Seeds

Sunflower Velvet Queen seeds create a regal contrast that adds drama to any garden.

Velvet Queen sunflowers are a branched variety that blooms early. These sunflowers produce dark velvet crimson blooms that are accented with traces of gold and yellow around a black center. These easy-to-grow varieties are a wonderful feature in the garden.

• Plant Type: Flower
• Plant Lifecycle: Annual (plant every year)
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Fill Weight (grams): 500 mg
• Approximate Seed Count: 12-15
• Characteristics: Multi branching | Cutting flower | Attracts butterflies, pollinators, songbirds, and specialized bees | Long flowering | Easy to grow | Low maintenance | Pet Friendly
• Planting Method: Direct Sow
• Colour: Deep red
• Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2 in.) per week
• Days Until Bloom: 65 - 70 days
• Harvest/Bloom Season: August to September
• Landscape Use: Border / Edge Planting
• Resistance: Deer
• Tolerance: Drought | Heat | Dry Soil | Poor Soil