Sunflower is one of the best famous flowers in India. this is an annual plant with a large daisy-like flower face. There are many varieties of sunflowers available today, that you can grow in your garden. If you want to grow different varieties of sunflower you can buy 3 Different Color Varieties of Sunflower Seeds Combo packs online at the best price in India from www.organicbazar.net with a good germination rate. Sunflower seeds are very easy to grow you can easily grow them on your terrace garden or kitchen garden and add colors to your garden.
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What size grow bag is best for Sunflower?
12 x 12
15 x 12
15 x 15
Sunflower Growing Season In India
The best time to plant sunflower seeds is when the temperature is at least 10°C or warmer. They need a long, warm summer to flower well. You can sow the seeds from spring to summer (January to June) for flowering in the summer and rainy seasons.
How To Grow Sunflowers From Seeds
Most gardeners recommend sowing sunflower seeds directly into the garden or pots/grow bags. Because its roots are long and it does not like transplanting. Sow the sunflower seeds when the soil temperature is 21-29°C for faster germination. Sunflower plants are of different sizes. A pot or grow bag of at least 30 to 40 cm is good for planting sunflowers.
Sunflower Double Flowered Orange Seeds Sowing Method
Take a pot, fill it with potting mix , and sow the sunflower seeds in the soil at a depth of about 2.5 to 3.5 cm. Sow the seeds in pots about 15-16 cm apart. Water the potting soil gently through a watering can and keep the soil moist until germination. Sunflower needs light to grow so place the pot in a sunny spot. Sunflower seeds can germinate within about 7-10 days of sowing.
Sunflower Fertilizer Requirements
Sunflowers require moderate fertilizers, do not over-fertilize the plant as this can cause stem breakage in the fall.
Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are good for bigger blooms while nitrogen encourages foliage growth.
Sunflower Plant Care Tips
Soil – Use well-drained, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic to alkaline soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. You can also add organic matter or composted manure to enrich the soil.Water – The sunflower is a drought-tolerant plant but regular watering encourages blooming. Once the plant is established, water deeply around the roots. Before watering constantly check the soil whether it is dry or not. If the soil is dry, water well.Sunlight – Since sunflowers are heliotropic (flower heads follow the sun) provide 6-8 hours of direct sunlight for best flowering and straight plant growth.Temperature – Sunflower grows well with a temperature of 21-25°C.Common pests and diseases – These are generally pest-free plants, but occasionally a small gray moth lays its egg in the flowers. Diseases such as powdery mildew, downy mildew, and rust infect the plant. You can use common garden fungicides to control these diseases.
Sunflower Bloom Time
Within 70-90 days after planting sunflowers bloom. Generally, it blooms in summer and autumn (April-June and September-November).
You can cut the sunflower from the stem in the morning. Do not cut flowers in the middle of the day.
Sunflowers can last at least a week in water at room temperature.
Sunflower Special Features
Common name – Sunflower, Common sunflower, Suraj Mukhi (In Hindi)
Scientific name – Helianthus annuus
Height – 30 to 220 cm
Level of growing – Easy
Companion planting – Nasturtiums, Impatiens, Peppers, Marigolds
FAQ
Do sunflowers grow back every year?
Annual sunflowers live only one year, although they may come back the following year by self-germinating or reseeding themselves.
How many sunflowers can you get from one seed?
One plant only produces one sunflower from one seed.
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