Sunflower, Teddy Bear
Annual. Open pollinated. 50 days. 2'.
Dwarf, 2 foot Teddy Bear Sunflower plants are loaded with golden, 6" fluffy blooms with cuddly appeal. Basal branching plants for borders, beds and as a focal point in containers. Loved by kids of all ages.
Planting Directions: Sow seed indoors in sterile seed starting medium with a soil temperature of 70° to 85°. Plant seed ¼” deep. Direct sow in the garden after your last frost when the soil has warmed considerably. Soil should worked thoroughly and well fertilized with either rich compost or a good general garden fertilizer. Space plants to stand 24-30” apart. Harvest for cutflowers when rays begin to open. For seed heads cut with stalks attached and hang to dry. Remove seed when thoroughly dry. Excellent for birds.