Sunny - Sunflower Seed Mix
- 100% Annual Species; 100% Pure Seed, No Fillers
- A classic and easy to grow flower mix!
- Prefers full sun exposure; Suitable for ALL USDA Zones
Fast Facts
About Sunny - Sunflower Seed Mix
10 Varieties
Buy Sunflower Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk
"Sunny" - Sunflower Seed Mix - Helianthus annuus
Sunflowers have long been one of the most popular of all flowers--and for good reason! Their majestic and iconic blooms are simply stunning and easy to grow. This mix is a diverse blend of 10 interesting and colorful sunflower varieties that are sure to delight, inspire, and amaze. Suitable for all regions of North America.
Fast Facts
About Sunny - Sunflower Seed Mix
10 Varieties
Buy Sunflower Seeds by the Packet or in Bulk
"Sunny" - Sunflower Seed Mix - Helianthus annuus
Sunflowers have long been one of the most popular of all flowers--and for good reason! Their majestic and iconic blooms are simply stunning and easy to grow. This mix is a diverse blend of 10 interesting and colorful sunflower varieties that are sure to delight, inspire, and amaze. Suitable for all regions of North America.
How to Plant Sunny Sunflower Mix
When to Plant Sunflower Seeds
It is recommended to sow your sunflower seeds directly into your garden rather than start them in starter pots. Sunflowers send down long taproots that can be stunted in small pots. Once all danger of frost has passed and both daytime and nighttime temperatures reach 55F to 60F you are ready to sow your sunflower seeds.
Where to Plant Sunflower Seeds
Sunflowers grow best in full-sun locations – receiving at least 6 to 8 hours of full sun exposure per day. Though sunflowers are not finicky, they do appreciate loose, well-draining soil. Choose a location that is sheltered from strong winds, perhaps along a fence or near a building. Also consider the height that the particular variety will reach.
How to Plant Sunflower Seeds
Once you have chosen your location, dig down to a depth of 2 inches and turn the soil over to loosen it. Many seeds, like poppies, need sun to germinate. This is not the case with sunflowers and in fact need to be pressed 1 inch deep into the soil. If left on the soil surface, more than likely birds will come and eat them before they ever get anywhere close to germination. Final spacing should be 36” apart for giant sunflowers, 24’ apart for regular-sized and 12” apart for miniature varieties.
How to Care for Sunflowers
Sunflowers are usually problem-free. Plant early enough so that autumn frosts do not cut your sunflowers’ life cycle short. Too much rainfall before and after germination can cause the seeds to rot or bring on downy mildew. Be sure to seed after the rainy season to avoid this.
If you would like to harvest the seeds to either replant next year, wait until the end of the bloom cycle. Sunflowers blooms often last 30-45 days. Toward the end of this period, the green back of the flower head will begin to turn yellow and will usually droop at this time. You will also see the seeds swelling on the face of the sunflower. Cover the flowers with paper bags to protect them from birds. Cut off the flower heads and leave inside the brown paper bag. Store this bag in a well-ventilated place like a garage until fully dry. Rub along the seeds with the palm of your hand and the seeds should fall right out into your bag, or work over a cookie sheet. Store seeds in a cool, dry environment until you are ready to reseed next year.
To eat: Soak overnight in water, or salt water. Drain, spread on a shallow baking sheet, and roast for 3 hours at 200F or until crisp.
Seed Coverage for Sunny - Sunflower Seed Mix
| Amount |
Recommended Coverage |
| 1/4 Pound |
250-500 Sq. Ft |
| 1 Pound |
500-1,000 Sq. Ft |
| 5 Pounds |
5,000-10,000 Sq. Ft |
| 10 Pounds |
10,000-20,000 Sq. Ft |
From Our Customers
4.57/5 Based on 7 Reviews
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Love this sunflower mix!!
These sunflowers were planted in my New Mexico flower bed and they are fabulous!! Many of them have grown to 8 or 9 feet! I would post a picture if I knew how! I have had many comments on them! I plan to plant them every year!!
- Janet Shearer, Jun 2020
The Ultimate Sunflower Mix!
This is absolutely one of my favorite flower mixes from Eden Brothers! Stunning big and colorful blooms. It attracts so many birds and bees and I receive so many compliments!
Thank you for your review and feedback! We are happy to hear you are enjoying this mix!
- Stacy S, May 2020
Honey Bees and Song Birds LOVE THESE
I'm a long time honeybee keeper and apiary manager, providing late summer pollen sources for the bees guarantees a strong winter stock.
These sunflowers provided an excellent pollen source that the bees use to make "bee-bread" which is then given to the developing honeybee larvae. GREAT for butterflies also. Thousands of these seeds germinated and grew in spite of ground squirrels eating as many as they could! So glad I bought the BULK Package.
I could not be happier and will recommend this mix to all of my beekeeping friends!
I tilled a meadow, broadcast the seeds and then rolled them in with a 700 lb roller and done. I did nothing else. GET THESE FOR THE HONEYBEES!
- Frederick, Jul 2019
Thrilled!!!
I bought 6 different varieties to see which I liked best...my "test" garden looks great, almost perfect germination rate!
- Beth in NC, Jun 2017
Pretty and reliable
Excellent germination and some pretty flowers. I am very pleased with these seeds.
- Tira Greene, Oct 2012
Stunning Sunflowers
See picture attached. Absolutely stunning.
- Chuck D., Sep 2011
I like this product
I will buy it again next time!
- Natallia, Jul 2011