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Helianthus annuus seeds: Choco Sun

Possibly the smallest and quickest flowering sunflower available. The dwarf multi-flowering plants of Sunflower 'Choco Sun' produce their first blooms in eleven to twelve weeks from sowing. Ideal for adding interest to containers and fun for children to grow.

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Helianthus annuus seeds: Choco Sun

8290 - 1 packet (10 seeds)

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FLOWERING PERIOD: Mid/Late Summer to Fall

SOWING TIME: March to May

SOWING DEPTH: 12in

SOWING: Sow seeds March to May. Sow seeds thinly, ½in deep in drills 18in apart in well cultivated soil raked to a fine tilth or direct into small containers. Germination takes around 21 days. When large enough to handle, thin to 18in apart. For earlier flowering: Sow indoors, individually in 3in pots at 68-77F. When well grown, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost into borders or containers.

AFTERCARE: Prefers a well drained soil in full sun.