Helianthus annuus ‘Moulin Rouge’ seeds – (Sunflower)

Description

This sunflower  has dark red flowers on well  branched plants . It  flowers for a long time over summer and into autumn. This sunflower makes an excellent cut flower lasting in the vase for a long time. It likes to be in full sun, in rich soil .  Best planted at the back of the  garden against a fence or a wall

Sowing advice

Plant the seeds 15-20 cm apart , where they are to grow in moist soil in spring to summer.  You can also plant them in trays or pots, but you need to plant them our as soon as they have 2 true leaves, as they resent their roots being disturbed.  Cover them with soil and keep moist. The ideal temperature for germination is 20 deg C.  They should germinate in about 4-7 days. If you want the flowers to be small, then plant the seeds more closely together.