Sunflower - Velvet Queen

Velvet Queen sunflowers have a stunning color of deep red that fades outward from its black center to tips that are splashed with orange. They grow up to seven feet tall and offer blooms that are 10 inches in diameter. They are drought tolerant and require a lot of sun. Birds flock to these flowers as they provide a substantial amount of food for them. Sunflowers are good cut flowers. Planting should be done in the spring after the danger of frost is past. There are other varieties of sunflowers that are also produced in Oregon. Some other tall ones include ‘Lemon Queen’ and ‘Autumn Beauty'. There is also a short variety of sunflower called Sunspot Sunflowers. It is yellow in color and stands between two and three feet tall.

Details:
  • Common Name: Sunflower - Velvet Queen
  • Latin Name: Helianthus annuus
  • Type: Flower
  • Color: red,orange
  • Cycle: Annual
  • Origin: Introduced
  • Height: 60-84"
  • Planting Season: Spring and Fall
  • Bloom Season: Summer-Fall
  • Germination: 7-21 Days
  • Seeds Per Pound: 56,699
  • Seeding Rate: 3
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*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where they are being planted. Please refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map provided in our FAQ section for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your specific situation. The information provided below is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.