Item Number: SWF8730
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 Weight: 0.02 lb
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Attracts Bees/Butterflies
- Good for Beginners
- Open-Pollinated
- Requires Staking
- Requires Summer Water
- Useful for Ornamental
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
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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