Description:

'Velvet Queen' Sunflower (Helianthus annuus 'Velvet Queen'): Regal Blooms in Rich Burgundy

Cultivate the regal beauty of 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower (Helianthus annuus 'Velvet Queen') in your garden. Known for its stunning and rich burgundy blooms, this sunflower variety adds a touch of royalty to any landscape. Explore the characteristics and optimal growing conditions of 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower for a majestic gardening experience and a display of velvety petals that captivate the eye.

Key Features:

• Rich Burgundy Blooms: 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower is prized for its deep and velvety burgundy blooms. The regal color adds a touch of elegance to your garden, making it a standout feature in flower beds, borders, and bouquets.
• Classic Sunflower Form: Enjoy the iconic sunflower form with 'Velvet Queen.' The blooms feature a dark central disk surrounded by rich burgundy petals, creating a captivating contrast and a visually striking appearance.
• Attracts Pollinators: 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower is a pollinator magnet, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects to your garden. Enhance biodiversity and support the health of your garden ecosystem with these stunning and regal blooms.
• Long Flowering Season: Experience an extended flowering season with 'Velvet Queen.' The sunflowers typically bloom from mid-summer well into the fall, providing weeks of continuous beauty and color.
• Cut Flower Delight: 'Velvet Queen' is an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Bring the regal beauty indoors and create stunning bouquets that showcase the deep burgundy hues of these majestic 10" sunflowers.
• Easy to Grow: 'Velvet Queen' is known for its ease of cultivation, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. With the right care, you can enjoy a profusion of 5-8' regal sunflowers in your garden.

Optimal Growing Conditions:

Cultivate the regal beauty of 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower using optimal growing conditions:

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower prefers soil with good drainage and a slightly acidic to neutral pH for optimal growth and the development of rich burgundy blooms.
• Sunlight: Full sun is essential for the best performance of 'Velvet Queen.' Provide a location with direct sunlight exposure to promote sturdy stem development and a profusion of regal burgundy blooms.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the flowering period. Adequate watering supports the growth of healthy and vibrant sunflowers.
• Spacing: Plant 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower with recommended spacing to allow for proper air circulation and prevent overcrowding. Adequate spacing ensures each sunflower has room to showcase its regal beauty.

Experience the joy of growing and savoring the regal beauty of 'Velvet Queen' Sunflower in your garden. Order your seeds today and enjoy the stunning and rich addition of 'Velvet Queen' to your landscape.

Approximate Seed Counts

Seeds per Oz.	Seeds per Lb.
100	1600

Current Seed Germination Data

Lot #	Germination Rate
L3533	90%