Growing Non-GMO Early Black Heart Sunflower Flower Seeds

Early Black Heart F1 hybrid sunflower seeds grow nicely in most areas. Directly sow these seeds as soon as the soil temperature reaches 45 F consistently. For earlier blooms, start the seeds inside about a month before the soil is anticipated to warm up. Transplant them outdoors after hardening off. Plant the seeds or seedlings in a prepared area, free of weeds and in full sun. The seeds should sprout in roughly two weeks and then grow quickly enough that you can watch the improvement.

These gorgeous single-stem annuals will die when exposed to a hard frost, but can self-seed to send a new generation the following year if the seeds are not collected or eaten; this is most common in areas with mild winters. No need to worry about volunteers taking over, as these showy sunflowers aren’t weedy at all. Early Black Heart sunflowers have average water requirements and can handle light variations. This variety may need to be staked in high-wind situations or at the end of the season.

Early Black Heart Sunflower in the Flower Garden

Early Black Heart sunflowers are brimming with potential. Use these in your flower garden as a backdrop or a border. They thrive when planted in rows, blocks, or singles. Scatter them in any bare patch of soil, or intentionally plant them along a property line. They even look at home among a wildflower mix.

Harvesting Early Black Heart Sunflower

These tall beauties can be cut flowers for seasonal bouquets of bright yellow. When they are in full bloom, snip off the stem one to one and a half feet below the flower. Tie a few together with a rubber band and suspend them upside down in an area with good ventilation for dried flowers!

Early Black Heart sunflowers also bear edible seeds. Follow these suggestions: First, be speedy! The birds and other small critters go crazy for these seeds and will eat them if they aren’t collected promptly. Employ a mesh sack with a drawstring like a seed collecting bag or nut milk bag and secure it over the flowerhead when the petals have faded. Over the next 4-5 weeks, the seeds will mature and easily fall into the bag for easy collecting!

About Early Black Heart Sunflower Garden Seeds

The edible seeds are very appetizing! Try salting them and adding them to a trail mix! Remove the external shell prior to consuming.

Large yellow sunflowers are very popular these days! Whether or not you are influenced at all by fads, it is uncomplicated to see why these beauties have become so valued.

Early Black Heart sunflowers are perfect for those who love sunflowers but are susceptible to pollen allergies or aversions. This variety is a special hybrid with no pollen at all.

The wide blooms are perfect for blocks, borders, or rows and will surely greet you each morning with their happy, bright faces!

Expect roughly four to six weeks of stable color during their peak blooming season!

This variety has flower heads that are 7-8 inches wide with black faces. That is considered a medium-sized sunflower believe it or not!

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Planting an entire acre of sunflowers from about 9-10 pounds of seed creates an enchanting and charming sight for passersby or photoshoots!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Early Black Heart Sunflower Seeds Per Package:

• 4 g packet - Approximately 30 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 400 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 1,600 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 6,400 Seeds

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