Sunflower – Lemon Queen

Helianthus annus
Heirloom
Annual
Fresh 4-6 inch pale lemon yellow blooms and dark centers with semi double petals on tall upright sturdy plants. Abundant blooms are wonderful in the garden. Also Lemon Queen is excellent as a cut flower and in flower arrangements. Good for bedding, borders, and cut flowers. Sunflowers are native to America. Easy to grow. Showy blooms on a showy plant. A very good selection for the garden!
Sowing: Direct sow after danger of frost in well drained soil 1/2 inch deep where sunflower is to remain. Sunflowers do not transplant well. Plant in full sun. Keep moist during germination.
Height: 6 feet Spacing: Space plant 18 inches apart. Space rows 24 inches apart Bloom Time: Summer Zones: 4-9
Days to germination: 10-15 days Moisture: Moderate Light: Full sun
Soil: Prefers well drained; will tolerate many soil conditions
Information: To extent blooming, remove faded flowers.