{"product_id":"sunflower-seeds-dwarf-sunspot-organic","title":"Sunflower Seeds - Dwarf Sunspot (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e65-80 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Seeds: Non-GMO. Open Pollinated. Ornamental. Organic. Annual. Heirloom. Organic Dwarf Sunspot sunflower seeds grow the ideal compact alternative to summer's tallest and most magnificent blooms. Dwarf Sunspot sunflower seeds produce a convenient, 30-36-inch-tall semi-dwarf plant, but still boast the same lustrous, 10-inch-wide golden-yellow heads as 100-inch-tall varieties! Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers are vigorous garden performers, easy to grow from seed, and tolerant to drought and poor soils. Sunflower Dwarf Sunspot seeds mature as early as 2-3 months and make a quick and fun grow for novice gardeners to try out in a flower bed, walkway, fencing, or indoor planter. ~663 seeds\/oz. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual; Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e65-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e30-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003eUpright branching stalk with one large, semi-double bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003eAverage, loamy, well-drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-85 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003eMonitor regularly for foliage-eating beetles and caterpillars. No serious diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Sunspot Sunflower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright golden-yellow petals with countless dozens of fiery sunburst-orange seeds and deep green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy\/Hard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes Direct Sow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 3-4 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Organic Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Flower Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflowers are generally easy to grow from seed and strong garden performers when sown directly after the frost. Plants grow so vigorously that there is little reason to start seeds indoors. Sow Dwarf Sunspot seeds directly after the final frost in a sunny spot at the north end of the garden and sheltered from strong winds. Always plant tall sunflowers at the north end of a garden because it will not take long for a garden to be cast in a season-long shadow if not properly planned. However, for early spring blooming, start Dwarf Sunspot seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost. Harden off before transplantation. Dwarf Sunspot seeds will take 1-2 weeks for germination. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflowers may need staking if plants are grown isolated and away from the support of a garden. However, Dwarf Sunspot’s small stature reduces the necessity of staking. Plant 2-3 Dwarf Sunspot sunflower seeds 0.5 inches deep and 8 inches apart in average, loamy, and well-drained soil in full sun. Adjust staking and wind protection as plants mature. Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers are vigorous garden performers and require minimal care. Trim back any branches to shape and keep Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers from becoming weedy and invasive. Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers can handle mild drought, but for the biggest, brightest blooms, water whenever the soil is fully dried. Fertilizer is optional in good garden soil. Always follow package instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDwarf Sunspot Sunflower in the Flower Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Use Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers in your annual flower garden as a backdrop or a border. They also succeed when cultivated in rows, blocks, singles, or scattered in a field. Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers fit into cottage, native, cut, prairie, and meadow flower garden styles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor seed collection: Wait until the petals have faded, then use a mesh bag, such as a seed-collecting bag. Place the mesh bag over the flowerhead and secure it to the stem so critters can’t crawl inside. Over the next 3-4 weeks, the seeds will fully ripen and then release into the bag. When the flowerhead has unloaded, remove the bag and use the seeds for snacks, gifts, or next year’s garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cut flowers: while in full bloom, cut off the stem with sharp scissors. Store in cool, clean water and change out the water daily for extensive color. Optionally, tie a few stems together with a rubber band and hang them upside down in a well-ventilated but sheltered location for dried flowers in 2-3 weeks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowerheads might follow the sun throughout the day when young and invite a plethora of pollinators to the area throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDwarf Sunspot is gorgeous, but has more uses than just beauty. The leaves can be used as cattle feed, and the stem fiber can be used to make paper. The dried stems can also serve as fire kindling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflowers are natives of North America’s western prairies, plains, and meadows, including the temperate regions of Canada and Mexico. Many Native American tribes would traditionally plant sunflowers as the supporting \"4th sister\" to their other \"3 sisters\" staple food crops (beans, corn, and squash).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStories From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Dwarf Sunspot sunflowers are the perfect dwarf sunflower. They are short but still tall enough for a good cut flower.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Lara-Wadsworth.jpg?v=1656702669\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 g Packet - Wholesale - Approximately 90 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 650 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,600Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 10,600 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 53,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 265,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Organic Dwarf Sunspot Sunflower seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n","brand":"Sustainable Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"4g Packet","offer_id":45146169180275,"sku":"83799","price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45146169213043,"sku":"83800","price":7.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":45146169245811,"sku":"83801","price":12.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45146169278579,"sku":"64828","price":32.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":45146169311347,"sku":"83802","price":114.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":45146169344115,"sku":"83803","price":450.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1782833894_sunflower_dwarf_sunspot_organic_comp_950fbf74-f8c5-48b5-a0c0-dbbdabcbc517.jpg?v=1782924125","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/sunflower-seeds-dwarf-sunspot-organic","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}