Helianthus Annuus - Pro Cut Lemon seed yellow flowers with dark brown centers

Helianthus annus – ProCut Lemon is a sunflower variety that has light yellow petals with a dark center. These are the preferred sunflower variety for the cut flower industry. These plants produce a single stem with one flower per stem. They have a blooming season lasting throughout the summer and into early fall, will grow between 6 – 7 feet tall, love full sun, and well-drained soil. An interesting fact about sunflowers is that they were named for their habit of turning their faces towards the sun. They have an ancient history beginning with Native American tribes across North America. The seeds were used for oil, and the plant was also useful because it provided dye and medicinal ointment. Sunflowers were also widely used in gardens and for making cooking oil; then, the production of this heart-healthy oil became a major industry. These flowers will attract butterflies, bees, and birds to your garden while being resistant to deer and rabbits. They are great for cut flowers, in containers, beds, borders, and along fences. They are easy to grow and drought tolerant, which is always a good thing for the busy gardener. Sunflowers are also said to be the happiest of flowers and symbolize loyalty and constancy.

15+ seed per pack

Planting Zone: 1 – 10

Full Sun

Height: 6 feet - 7 feet

Width: 9 inches – 12 inches

Attracts Hummingbirds, Butterflies and Bees

Great for cut flowers

Edible

Medicinal:

Great for cut flowers

Easy to grow

Drought tolerant