Mr. Fothergill's Kong F1 Sunflower Seeds

• Branching habit provides lots of blooms per plant
• Gives a longer flowering period than more traditional giants
• Hardy annual, flowers the same year as sown
• Great for backs of borders and competitions to grow the tallest
• 420 cm growing height

Product Description Kong F1 Sunflower Seed by Mr. Fothergill's. Probably the tallest sunflower. Probably the tallest, multi-stemmed sunflower you can grow. The branching habit provides lots of blooms per plant and gives a longer flowering period than more traditional 'giants'. Great for backs of borders and competitions to grow the tallest. Height: 420 cm/168-inch Plant Class: Hardy Annual (HA) Habit: Tall Upright. Useful Information: Suitable for cutting; Suitable for attracting Bees; Suitable for attracting Butterflies; Full sun; Perfect for Pollination Sow and Grow: Sow outdoors, March-May, where they are to flower, 1.5 cm (1/2-inch) deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Sow two seeds together every 45 cm (18-inch). Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Remove the weaker plant, which can be transplanted if desired. Water well until young plants are established. Or sow indoors, March-May, 1.5 cm (1/2-inch) deep, individually in small pots of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or greenhouse. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out, May-June, 45 cm (18-inch) apart. Flowers: June to October. Hints and Tips: For competition winners, water regularly and feed before flowering begins. Easy to grow, but if garden pests are a problem, start seeds indoors. Pest and Disease Advice: Edible: Seeds harvested from grown plants can be used in baking. Packet seeds are not for consumption. Box Contains 1x 20 Seeds Pack