Florenza is a stunning heirloom sunflower that brings dip-dyed drama to any garden or cutting arrangement. Standing 48 to 60 inches tall with robust, multi-branching stems, this variety produces flowers with dark cocoa centers framed by mahogany petals that glow with bright yellow tips, creating a color gradient that draws eyes and pollinators alike. Hardy from zones 2 through 11, it reaches maturity in 70 to 80 days and thrives in full sun, making it accessible to gardeners across most of North America.
Full Sun
Moderate
2-11
60in H x ?in W
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The Florenza's true signature is its stunning color architecture: dark cocoa centers give way to mahogany petals edged in brilliant yellow, creating a striking ombre effect. Its multi-branching habit means you're not waiting for a single flower head but rather a succession of blooms throughout the season, all held aloft on sturdy, thick stems built for cutting and arranging. Bees cannot resist these flowers, making them a magnet for pollinators and a natural choice for anyone wanting to support beneficial insects while beautifying their landscape.
Florenza excels as a cutting flower, with those sturdy stems and long vase life making it a florist's dream and perfect for home arrangements. The multi-branching growth habit means a single plant yields numerous blooms throughout the season, rewarding the grower with abundance rather than a one-shot display. Its strong visual impact also makes it a natural focal point in landscape design, especially when planted in groups to amplify the impact of its striking color pattern.
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Transplant seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures are consistently above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Space plants 18 inches apart to accommodate the multi-branching growth habit.
Direct sow seeds outdoors once soil has warmed and all frost danger has passed. Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep, 18 inches apart, in soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
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