Item Number: SWF8006B
Organic Sunflower, Russian Mammoth (1/4 lb)
Organic Sunflower, Russian Mammoth (1/4 lb)
Sunflower - Russian Mammoth - Helianthus annus
Annual Open Pollinated. Organically Grown. This variety is the result of Russian breeding efforts and returned to the US in 1880 then as now under the name "Russian Mammoth." This giant sunflower has bright gold flowers that can grow easily to 10" across. Produces a single flower, filled with grey and white striped edible seeds.
Flowers: Edible seeds. Blooms late summer to fall
Attracts: Attracts bees and butterflies; leaves are favored by finches
Soil: Adaptable to various, moderately fertile soil types
Native: North America - Naturalised worldwide
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Spring
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 10'-15'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Approx seeds per 1/4 lb: 763 Seeds
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Description
Description
Sunflower - Russian Mammoth - Helianthus annus
Annual Open Pollinated. Organically Grown. This variety is the result of Russian breeding efforts and returned to the US in 1880 then as now under the name "Russian Mammoth." This giant sunflower has bright gold flowers that can grow easily to 10" across. Produces a single flower, filled with grey and white striped edible seeds.
Flowers: Edible seeds. Blooms late summer to fall
Attracts: Attracts bees and butterflies; leaves are favored by finches
Soil: Adaptable to various, moderately fertile soil types
Native: North America - Naturalised worldwide
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Spring
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 10'-15'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Approx seeds per 1/4 lb: 763 Seeds
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.3 lb
Dimensions: 6.0"L x 5.0"W x 1.0"H
Features
Features
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Plant seeds 6" apart and 1/2" deep after spring frost. Thin to 8 - 12" apart when plants reach 2" in height.
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Guarantee
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).
