PREMIER SEEDS DIRECT - Sunflower - Velvet Queen - 40 Finest Seeds - Organic

• 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: 5-7 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 first 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 postions.
• "Soil Association" registered and certified Organic - AP22387. Professional DEFRA licenced Quality Seed Supply only - Minimal packaging - Ziplock labelled bags - Instructions not attached - See details provided above for cultivation advice.

Product Description Velvet Queen produces a striking display of dark mahogany-claret red flowers with an almost black centre on 5-7' sturdy branching plants. Free flowering an ideal addition to borders and perfect as a cut flower. A popular Heirloom variety. 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 postions. Professional DEFRA licenced Quality Seed Supply only - Minimal packaging - Ziplock labelled bags - Instructions not attached - See details provided above for cultivation advice. Box Contains 1 X Sunflower - Velvet Queen - 40 Finest Seeds - Organic