Helianthus annus - Sonja. This is an annual showy sunflower, a member of the aster family, that has been well loved for centuries. The flower just looks like a happy face that makes you want to adopt them into your garden family. This particular variety is somewhat different from other sunflowers in their height and color. This upright branching sunflower only grows to 3 feet and the petals are more vibrant with a golden-orange color, and dark centers. This flower also is bushier, having flowers bloom on side branches coming from the strong main stem. This plant is not only sturdy and beautiful, but it is a long-lasting cut flower for vase arrangements. This awesome little plant was originally bred exclusively to be marketed for cut flowers and has been awarded the fleuroselect award for its exceptional merit. It is a fast grower and greatly loved by
florists.
 
          15+  seed per pack    
 
Planting Zone: 7  –  10
 
Full Sun
 
Height:  2 feet – 3 ½ feet
 
Width:  1 foot - 2 feet
 
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
 
Showy cut long lasting in a vase
 
Great for dried flowers
 
Ornamental and bouquets
 
Edible:  Seeds
 
Resistant to Deer and Rabbit
 
Heat and drought tolerant once established
 
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