Invite sunshine and pollinators into your garden!
Lemon Queen sunflowers are like a gentle sunrise, soft yellow petals, dark centers, and a graceful branching habit that fills your garden with light and life. These tall beauties are beloved by bees and butterflies, making them a top pick for pollinator gardens and cheerful bouquets. Grow them for their charm, and stay for the buzz!
Variety: Lemon Queen Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 5–7 feet
Color: Pale yellow petals with dark centers
Planting Conditions: Full sun; well-drained soil
Bloom Time: 60–75 days
Uses: Pollinator gardens, cut flowers, ornamental borders
Fun Fact: Lemon Queen is often featured in citizen science bee counts because of its irresistible blooms and pollinator appeal.
Lemon Queen sunflowers are a gentle invitation to nature’s busiest workers. Their soft yellow blooms sway in the breeze, attracting bees, butterflies, and garden admirers alike. Whether you're planting a pollinator haven or gathering stems for a sunny bouquet, these sunflowers bring warmth and wild charm to your space.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil is best.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow ½ inch deep, spacing 6–12 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil moist during germination and early growth.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart once established.
✂️ Harvest: Cut blooms when petals begin to open for vibrant, long-lasting arrangements.
