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Shock-O-Lat Sunflower Seeds

Shock-O-Lat Sunflower Seeds

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
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With yellow-tipped, bronze-red petals, 'Shock-O-Lat' is sure to draw attention. Contrasting purple-tinged stems are well-branched, offering a multitude of pollenless blooms for bouquets. 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. The 6" flowers can be tamed down to 3" by spacing plants closely (10" apart).

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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Type: Pollenless (Learn more)

Native: North America

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Plant Dimensions: 6' tall

Variety Info: 6" flowers are bronze-red with yellow tips and a dark brown center. Flowers will be smaller if plants are close together.

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

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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 3" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"

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4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 16 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 13 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Mike S.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9/21/24
    5 Stars

    Grew these in a pot and fertilized heavy with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Great results. I get compliments from all the neighbors !

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  • Ginger B.
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    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    8/20/24
    1 Star

    All the shock-o-lat sunflowers that germinated grew very short and put out a very small wilted bloom on top of a very thin stem only about 6-8” tall

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  • Lauren R.
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    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    7/14/24
    1 Star

    Never germinated

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  • Brigid F.
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    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    7/4/24
    3 Stars

    Seeds expensive, but some germinated. Waiting to see if they will bloom. Nothing much happening.

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  • Ashleigh M.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6/11/24
    5 Stars

    Germinated fast! Love these sunflowers :)

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