Product Description - Organic Sunflower Seeds by Bombay Seeds
Bombay Seeds is proud to offer our line of organic sunflower seeds. Helianthus annuus, commonly known as the sunflower, is an annual plant that can grow from 3 to 15 feet in height. This robust plant features a hairy stem and large, coarse leaves that are intricately spiraled. The flower heads are strikingly beautiful, measuring between 7.5 to 15 cm across with vibrant yellow ray flowers and a center of brown, yellow, or purple disk flowers. Sunflowers from Bombay Seeds are not only aesthetically pleasing but also economically valuable, offering organic sunflower seeds for planting that are disease-resistant and rich in nutrients.
Specifications of Bombay Seeds Organic Sunflower Seeds
- Common Name: Sunflower
- Sunlight: Requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily
- Water: Approximately 1 inch per week
- Temperature: Thrives between 55°F and 60°F
- Soil: Prefers fast-draining alkaline soil
- Fertilizer: SoilRich Germi Quick Cocopeat 1kg, SoilRich 306, Gomay Organic Manure 1kg
- Germination: Occurs within 7 to 14 days
- Harvest Season: 70 to 100 days after planting
- No. of Seeds: Packet contains 10gm worth of seeds
Cultivation and Care
Planting Instructions for Sunflower Seeds
For those looking to order sunflower seeds online and grow them, Bombay Seeds recommends the following steps:
- How to Sow sunflower seeds: Create a 1-inch deep hole in a growing medium like a grow bag. Place the sunflower seed inside and cover with soil, ensuring firm contact between the seed and the soil.
- Watering: Maintain moisture without oversaturation. Sunflowers require regular watering during the critical growth phase, about 20 days before and after flowering.
Growing Sunflowers
To achieve the best sunflower seeds to plant, follow these tips:
- Spacing: Ensure there is 1 to 2 feet between plants to avoid overcrowding.
- Mulching: Apply a 2- to 3-inch layer of organic material to conserve moisture and prevent weed growth.
- Fertilization: Use a nitrogen-rich 10-15-10 fertilizer to support robust growth and flowering.
Harvesting Sunflowers
- Indicator of Maturity: The seeds are ready when the back of the flower head turns from green to yellow and the petals begin to drop.
- Protection: To protect from birds, cover each head with cheesecloth or a paper sack.
- Collection: Cut the stalk about 4 inches below the flower head and manually remove the seeds.
For those interested in adding a splash of color and nutrition to their garden, Bombay Seeds' sunflowers are an excellent choice. You can buy sunflower seeds for planting directly from us. We guarantee that our sunflower seeds online are of the highest quality, perfect for gardeners aiming to cultivate stunning and productive sunflower plants.
