Helianthus annuus Italian White

Helianthus annuus Italian White

1 packet (40 seeds) @ $2.95

Catalog Code: 6301

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Helianthus annuus Italian White

Hardy Annual

  • Flowers: Summer
  • Position: Full sun
  • Soil: Well drained
  • Height: 48 inches
  • Germination: Easy
  • Aftercare: Easy
  • Special Features: Edible flowers
  • Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Children, Cut Flower, Flower Arranging

Description

Boldly contrasting, big creamy white flowers with deep chocolate centres. Excellent for flower arranging and great at back of borders or against a tall wall where they provide atmosphere and contrast. Flowers summer. Height 4-5ft.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:early spring to early summer.
Sowing depth:12mm (½in) deep in rows 45cm (18in) apart.

Sow outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Germination usually takes approximately 21 days.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle thin out to 45cm (18in) apart.

Aftercare Instructions

They prefer a sunny open site but will grow in most sites and soils.

Kitchen Notes

The green buds before the flower opens are delicious cooked in butter sauce and the seeds make a tasty snack.