Sunflower Chocolate

Sunflower Chocolate

Sunflower Chocolate. A stunning branching sunflower variety “Chocolat” deliveries an abundance of 4 to 5 inch rich chocolate coloured flowers with contrasting yellow striping on the reverse.  Strongly branched plants grow to 5-6ft with an 18in spread.  Creates a dazzling effect in borders and garden beds and perfect as a cut flower.

Cultivation Advice Sunflower Chocolate

 Days To Germination:  14-21 days

Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 68F-86F

Planting Depth: 1/4  inch

Spacing, Seed: 4-6 inch

Spacing, Plant: 24-36 inches

Plant Height: 5-6 ft

Light:  Full Sun

• Seeds can be started indoors 3 to 4 weeks before last spring frost. Or direct-sow seeds outside after all danger of frost has passed to a depth of 1/4 inch. Can be sown as late as 100 days before last frost.
• When seedlings are 2 to 3 inches high, thin to individual pots. Replant thinned plants.
• Protect from Snails / Slugs whilst young.
• Steadily harden off before planting out after all danger of frost has passed.
• May require staking / support in exposed positions.