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Lemon Queen Sunflower

Lemon Queen Sunflower

Golden blooms for buzzing pollinators.

Lemon Queen Sunflower is a stunning and versatile variety, celebrated for its cheerful pale-yellow blooms and easy-to-grow nature. These sunflowers, known for their branching habit, produce an abundance of 3-5 inch blossoms, making them a favorite for pollinators and gardeners alike. Their delicate lemon-hued petals encircle dark centers, creating a striking contrast that brightens any garden or landscape.

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Lemon Queen Sunflower is a resilient choice for both beginners and experienced growers. These plants reach heights of 5-7 feet, adding vertical interest to your garden beds or borders. Perfect for cutting gardens, lemon queen sunflowers also make long-lasting additions to floral arrangements, bringing natural beauty indoors.

Growing lemon queen sunflower seeds is simple and rewarding. Sow directly into the soil after the last frost for best results, spacing seeds about 12-18 inches apart. With proper care, you’ll enjoy continuous blooms from midsummer through early fall. Whether planting for visual appeal or to support pollinator health, this sunflower variety is a top pick.

Lemon Queen Sunflower - Helianthus annuus

Annual. Lemon Queen Sunflower is a classic, branching variety with soft lemon-yellow petals and dark centers. These cheerful blooms, 3-5 inches in diameter, attract pollinators and brighten any garden space. A favorite among gardeners, Lemon Queen is ideal for cutting, landscaping, or supporting pollinator habitats.

Did You Know? Lemon Queen Sunflowers are often used in pollinator studies due to their high nectar production and long bloom period.

  • Soil Temperature: 65-85°F
  • Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
  • Germination: 7-14 Days
  • Height At Maturity: 5-7 feet
  • Days To Maturity: 75-90 Days
  • Sun/Shade: Full Sun
  • Spacing After Thinning: 12-18 inches
  • Approx Seeds per Pack: 95 Seeds
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Shipping Information

Ships from Northern CA.

Shipping Weight: 0.02 lb

Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H

Features

  • Attracts Bees/Butterflies
  • Good for Beginners
  • Open-Pollinated
  • Requires Staking
  • Requires Summer Water
  • Useful for Ornamental

Characteristics

USDA Growing Zone: 2 - 11
Bloom Season : Fall
Bloom Season : Summer
Flower Color : Yellow
Growth Habit : Upright
Life Cycle : Tender Annual
Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Plant Usage : Attracts Birds
Plant Usage : Ornamental
Planting Time : Spring
Planting Time : Summer
Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack
Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Plant seed 6" apart and 1/2" deep after spring frost. Thin to 1' apart when plants reach 2" tall.

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Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

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Multiple flower heads. Beautiful and delicate buttery color. Makes such a nice cut flower and a gorgeous sunflower border.

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