Sunflower (Helianthus) Astra Yellow

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Product Specification

Helianthus 'Astra Yellow' is a charming branching sunflower producing abundant, medium-sized blooms in bright, warm yellow. The flowers have layered, slightly ruffled petals surrounding a contrasting dark centre, giving them a full and cheerful appearance.

Tips to Grow:

Sunflower is an easy-to-grow annual that prefers warm, sunny conditions and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost for transplanting, or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Cover seeds with 1-2 cm of soil and keep evenly moist. Transplant carefully, as young plants dislike root disturbance. Tall varieties may need support.

Numbers of seeds in package: 20 seeds

Average seed life: 3-5 years

Start Indoors Before Planting Out (weeks)

3-4

Blooms After Germination (weeks)

9-11

Planting Depth

0.5 cm

Days to Germination

7-14

Germination Temperature

19-21 ⁰С

Life cycle

annual

Height

100-250 cm

Light Preference

full sun

Spacing

20-50 cm

Starting from Seeds

The journey of cultivating seeds offers numerous rewards. It provides an early start to the season, grants access to a plenty of unique varieties not commonly available at local nurseries, and efficiently fills your cutting garden at a budget-friendly cost.

Growing Experience

Cultivating plants from seeds is not just a horticultural task- it’s a journey of growth and discovery. As you embark on this journey, each stage of the process becomes a fulfilling experience.

From the delicate germination of the seeds to the sturdy emergence of seedlings, and finally, the flourishing of mature plants, you become an active participant in the miraculous cycle of life.

Make the most of our knowledge to avoid common gardening mistakes and successfully grow your dahlias. Explore our blog on "How to start from Seeds" and feel free to reach out with any questions.

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