Sunflower Velvet Queen Radiance

Description

Sunflower Velvet Queen Radiance

Sunflower Velvet Queen. 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.

Cultivation Advice Sunflower Velvet Queen

• Days To Germination: 14-21.
• 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 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.