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Vanilla Ice Sunflower Seeds

Vanilla Ice Sunflower Seeds

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4.1
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
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'Vanilla Ice' brings a creamy, light yellow color to the garden and your tabletop arrangement. Sweet 3"–5" flowers bloom on multi-branched, 5' tall plants that are lovely in a moonlit garden. Sunflowers are practically care-free, very easy to grow, and provide months of color. Sunflowers are edible, with a bittersweet flavor. The petals add a pretty pop of color ion salads and desserts. The young, sunflower buds are edible, with a flavor similar to artichoke hearts. They can be grilled, marinated, or sauteed for an unusual appetizer or side dish. Drought tolerant once established, and pollinators love them!

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(~75 seeds)

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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Type: Sunflower (Learn more)

Native: North America

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Plant Dimensions: 5' tall

Variety Info: 3"–5" wide, creamy, light yellow flowers

Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

Non GMO Project

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.

When to Start Inside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sunflowers are senstive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground.

Days to Emerge: 10–15 days

Seed Depth: ¼"–½"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18"–24"

Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"

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4.1
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
Based on 14 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 10 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Dennielle H.
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    9/29/25
    Beautiful variety

    I loved these sunflowers such a beautiful addition to my garden. I have been trying to collect seeds from them but haven’t found any. Are these not able to produce seeds? I’m still hopeful to get some as I love them and can’t afford to purchase every year.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
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    9/29/25

    Hey Dennielle,

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Vanilla Ice Sunflowers! We're thrilled to hear that they made such a beautiful addition to your garden - these really are stunning flowers, aren't they? Your question about seed production is a great one! Vanilla Ice sunflowers absolutely can produce seeds, but sometimes the timing and conditions need to be just right. The seeds typically develop after the flower heads have finished blooming and start to dry out naturally on the plant. The back of the flower head will turn from green to yellow or brown, and that's when the seeds are usually ready. It can take several weeks after the petals fade, so don't give up hope yet! We totally understand wanting to save seeds for next year - there's something so satisfying about growing your own seed stock. We're keeping our fingers crossed that you'll find some lovely seeds developing on those beautiful blooms! Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Rhonda W.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9/24/25
    They're beautiful!

    They are a pale yellow and very beautiful.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert
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    9/24/25

    Hey Rhonda W.,

    We're so happy that your Vanilla Ice Sunflowers turned out so beautifully! We love seeing your beautiful photo! Thank you so much for sharing it!

    We love that soft, creamy pale yellow color that's completely different from the typical bright golden sunflowers most people are used to. It's such a refreshing and stunning twist on the classic sunflower look!

    Your experience with these gorgeous blooms will be so encouraging for other gardeners who might be looking for something a little different from the traditional sunflower varieties! Vanilla Ice really delivers on both uniqueness and beauty, and it sounds like yours are performing exactly as they should.

    Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review about these special sunflowers!

    Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Laurie M.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9/5/25
    Love these. Sprouted right away.

    I am not sure why there are so many different shades but I am pretty sure these all were the Vanilla Ice seeds after I looked through my empty flower packets.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
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    9/5/25

    Hey Laurie,

    Vanilla Ice sunflowers naturally show a range of soft, pale colors rather than one uniform shade. The blooms can vary from creamy white to buttery yellow, sometimes with subtle differences even on the same plant. This variation is completely normal for the variety—it’s part of what makes them so unique and charming in the garden. Environmental factors, like sunlight, soil conditions, and temperature, can also influence how deep or light the yellow appears. So your seeds are right on track—they’re just showing the natural diversity of the Vanilla Ice sunflower! We hope you are enjoying them. Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Danielle ..
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8/28/24
    5 Stars

    Very cute little sunflowers! Love the creamy yellow color and smaller blooms. This is my second year direct sowing these seeds with great success in zone 8b.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • Terri R.
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    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    8/27/24
    3 Stars

    Seeds were slow to sprout but are doing well now.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate