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
Heirloom
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Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Red, orange, brown blend rimmed with gold
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 10-14 days
Height: 6′-7′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: Thin 12″-15″ apart when plants are 3″ tall
Variety: 999
Want giant, colorful blooms that shine all summer long? California Giant Zinnias give you bold, butterfly-loving flowers perfect for hot, sunny spaces and gorgeous bouquets.
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 2′-3′ or 60-90cm. Planting depth: 1/8″ or 6mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 3″ or 7.5cm. Spacing after thinning: 18″ or 46cm. Days to germination: 5-8.
Variety: 900
Need height, color, and classic charm in your garden? Tetra Snapdragons bloom all season and delight kids and adults alike with their playful “dragon mouths.”
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 24″-30″ or 60-75cm. Planting depth: 1/16″ or 1mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 3″ or 7.5cm. Spacing after thinning: 12″ or 30cm. Days to germination: 10-15
Variety: 862
You want dramatic color that adds depth and contrast to your garden beds. Midnight Rouge Sunflower guides you to bold burgundy blooms that stand tall and make striking cut flowers all season long.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Burgundy petals with deep brown centers
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 4’-6’
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Dry to moderate
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: 18” apart when plants are 3” tall
Variety: 999
Looking for easy color all season long? Sparky Marigolds bring charming, carnation-like blooms to beds, borders, and containers—with minimal care and maximum impact.
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 9″-12″ or 20-30cm. Planting depth: 1/8″-1/4″ or 3-6mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 3″-4″ or 7.5-10cm. Spacing after thinning: 9″-12″ or 20-30cm. Days to germination: 5-7
Variety: 796
Love wildflowers that bloom boldly with almost no effort? Red Corn Poppies grow tall with vivid blooms that reseed easily and add classic charm to natural spaces.
Planting guide: Type: Annual. Height: 24″-36″ or 60-70cm. Planting depth: 1/8′ or 3mm Seed spacing: 2″ or 5cm. Thinning height: Thinning not recommended. Sapcing after thinning: 8″-12″ or 20-30cm. Days to germination: 15-20
Variety: 851
Want a nostalgic garden favorite with vibrant, early-season blooms? Sweet William mixes charming colors and old-fashioned beauty, with blooms that often return year after year.
Planting guide: Type: Perennial. Height: 12”-18” or 30-46cm. Planting depth: 1/4” or 13mm. Seed spacing:1” or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 4” or 10cm. Spacing after thinning: 9” or 23cm. Days to germination: 8-10
Variety: 887
Want bold color and elegance in your flower beds or bouquets? Regal Mix Larkspur delivers stunning, fast-growing spikes of color perfect for cool-sun gardens and show-stopping arrangements.
Planting guide: Tpye: annual. Height: 2′ or 60cm. Planting depth: 1/4″ or 6mm. Seed Spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 3″-4″ or 7.5-10cm. Spacing after thinning: 9″ or 23cm. Days to germination:21
Variety: 786
You want clean, professional-looking sunflowers that are easy to cut and arrange. Pro Cut Orange Sunflower gives you strong single stems and vibrant, pollen-free blooms that make every bouquet look intentional and polished.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Bright orange with dark brown center
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 4′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: Thin 6″ 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

