Darjeeling Sunflower is a tall, summer-blooming annual that stretches 60 to 72 inches high, displaying the classic golden charm sunflowers are loved for. From seed to bloom takes 84 to 98 days, making it a reliable choice for gardeners seeking reliable summer into fall color. This variety thrives in full sun with moderate water needs and demonstrates genuine drought tolerance once established, rewarding gardeners who plant it and step back to let it grow.
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72in H x 36in W
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Reaching 5 to 6 feet tall with a mature spread of 24 to 36 inches, Darjeeling Sunflower commands attention in any garden bed or cutting garden. The extended bloom window from June through November means you'll enjoy flowers long after most summer bloomers fade. Its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators make it both low-maintenance and ecologically valuable, while the tall stems produce abundant blooms perfect for fresh arrangements or leaving standing for seed.
Darjeeling Sunflower excels in cut flower arrangements, where its height and sturdy stems make it a florist's staple. The plants also stand beautifully in borders and cottage gardens, and many gardeners leave seed heads standing through fall and winter to provide food for migrating birds and winter-feeding wildlife.
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Direct sow Darjeeling Sunflower seeds outdoors after your last frost date. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in the soil where you want them to grow. Seeds will sprout in 5 to 14 days under warm conditions.
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