Sunflower

Plant family

Daisy family (Asteraceae)

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Plant distance

40 cm

Row spacing

75 cm

Seeding depth

2 cm

Instructions

End of March

Sowing

Description

The sunflower is an annual plant of the composite family that grows up to 3 m high. With its hairy flower stalk and a strong taproot, it is relatively drought resistant. The flowering period extends from August to September. The flower always turns towards the sun - hence its name. Varieties differ in height of growth, color of the flower and filling with seeds.

Growing tips

Sunflowers can be sown directly or pre-grown in plant pots. They require a lot of water and light. In strong winds, the plants tend to bend, so plant them in a sheltered spot or provide them with a support to which you can tie them.