Add a touch of royal drama to your garden!
Velvet Queen sunflowers are the aristocrats of the flower bed, tall, bold, and dressed in deep burgundy petals with dark, velvety centers. These regal blooms bring moody elegance to bouquets and garden borders, while also attracting bees and butterflies with their rich nectar. Grow them for their beauty, and enjoy the buzz of pollinators all season long.
Variety: Velvet Queen Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 5–6 feet
Color: Burgundy petals with dark centers
Planting Conditions: Full sun; well-drained soil
Bloom Time: 60–75 days
Uses: Cut flowers, pollinator gardens, ornamental borders
Fun Fact: Velvet Queen’s dramatic coloring makes it a favorite for fall floral arrangements and garden photography.
Velvet Queen sunflowers are a showstopper in any garden. Their rich, velvety petals add depth and drama to floral arrangements, while their nectar-rich blooms invite bees and butterflies to linger. Whether you're crafting a moody bouquet or building a pollinator paradise, these sunflowers bring elegance and ecological value in equal measure.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil is ideal.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow ½ inch deep, spacing 6–12 inches apart.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil moist during germination and early growth.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart for strong, healthy plants.
✂️ Harvest: Cut blooms when petals begin to open for dramatic, long-lasting arrangements.
