Autumn Beauty Sunflower produces large 8″-9″ (20-22.5 cm.) blossoms on tall branching plants. Blooms vary from shades of lemon yellow to deep rust and wine. Adds a splash of bright, warm color to decks and patios. Dynamic as a backdrop for shorter plantings or as a temporary hedge. Adds color and texture to container and patio gardens. Excellent as a long-lasting cut flower. Culture: The small seed should be planted 6″ (15 cm) apart in deeply well-drained soil to accommodate the roots which need plenty of space. When first leaves appear, thin to about 12″ (30 cm) apart. Heat and drought tolerant. Tip: Excellent as a cut flower that lasts 10-14 days.
Sunflower Autumn Beauty
If you want bold, warm-toned blooms that create instant impact, Autumn Beauty Sunflower delivers towering flowers in rich fall shades. Plant in full sun, give them space, and enjoy dramatic color perfect for gardens and long-lasting bouquets.
Planting guide:
Type: Annual
Height: 4′-6′ (120-180 cm)
Planting Depth: 1/4″-1/2″ (6-13 mm)
Seed Spacing: 6″ (15 cm)
Thinning Height: 3″ (7.5 cm)
Spacing After Thinning: 12″ (30 cm)
Days to Germination: 8-10
Variety: 865
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Variety: 796
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Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 3′ or 90cm. Planting depth: 1/8″ or 3mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 15″-18″ or 37.5-45cm. Spacing after thinning: 12″ or 30cm. Days to germination: 10-15.
Variety: 870
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Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Mixed
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 10-14 days
Height: 4′-6′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: Thin 12″-15″ apart when plants are 3″ tall
Variety: 999
You want elegant sunflowers that brighten your garden without overwhelming it. Moonshine Sunflower helps you grow soft yellow blooms on strong stems that fill vases, attract pollinators, and shine all summer long.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Pale yellow petals surrounding dark centers
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 6’-8’
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well drained, fertile
Moisture: Dry to moderate
Spacing: 12”-18” apart when plants are 3” tall
Variety: 999
You want sunflowers that feel warm, dramatic, and alive with movement. Evening Sun Sunflower helps you grow towering blooms that feed pollinators, glow with sunset colors, and bring life to the back of your garden.
Planting guide: B
loom Color: Rich brown, maroon, dark gold, and bicolor shades with inner yellow rings
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 7’-8’
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Moist well drained
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: 18”-24” apart when plants are 3” tall
Variety: 999
You want cheerful, full blooms that bring instant joy to your garden and home. Sungold Tall Sunflower helps you grow fluffy, pompom-style flowers that shine in bouquets and make summer feel brighter.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Golden Yellow
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-10 days
Height: 5′-6′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: 6″-12″ apart when plants are 3″ tall
Variety: 999
Want bold, multicolored blooms that tower above the rest? Autumn Beauty Sunflowers give you branching stems with dramatic flowers that thrive in almost any soil.
Planting guide: Type: Annual. Height: 8′ or 2.4m. Planting depth: 1/2” or 13mm. Seed spacing: 6” or 15cm. Thinning height: 3” or 7.5cm. Spacing after thinning: 2′ or 60cm. Days to germination: 10-14
Variety: 865
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Planting guide: Type: Annual. Height: 12″-15″ or 30-37.5cm. Planting Depth: 1/2″ or 1.25cm. Thinning height: 2″ or 5cm. Spacing after thinning: 8″-12″ or 20-30cm. Days to germination: 5-15
Variety: 835
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Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Pale yellow petals surrounding dark centers
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 4’-5’
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well drained, fertile
Moisture: Dry to moderate
Spacing: 12”-18” apart when plants are 1” tall
Variety: 999
Want towering sunflowers that double as bird feeders? Giant Grey Stripe Sunflowers bring drama to your garden while producing plenty of seed for feathered visitors.
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 8′ or 2.4m. Planting depth: 1/4″-1/2″ or 6-13mm. Seed spacing: 6″ or 15cm. Thinning height: 2″-3″ or 5-7.5cm. Spacing after thinning: 2′ or 60cm. Days to germination: 10-14
Variety: 872

