Sunflower Evening Sun Seed

A bold and branching sunflower variety that produces a stunning mix of warm-toned blooms in shades of bronze, copper, gold and deep red.

 

Evening Sun is ideal for adding fiery colour and vertical interest to summer borders, wildlife gardens and cutting displays. Each plant produces multiple flower heads on tall, sturdy stems, with semi-double and single blooms that attract bees, butterflies and birds.

 

The rich sunset palette makes it a standout in mixed plantings, and its generous flowering period ensures lasting seasonal impact.

 

Seed Qty Approx 50

 

Sow March to May (indoors from March direct sow after last frost)

Germination 7 to 14 days

Soil and Position Loam, chalk or sandy soil in full sun; enrich soil with compost before planting

Height 150–180 cm

Flowering July to September

Planting ideas Wildlife borders, cottage gardens, cut flower beds, architectural planting

 

Sowing instructions

 

Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in trays or pots indoors from March, keeping compost moist and warm. Transplant seedlings after hardening off, spacing 30–45 cm apart. Alternatively, sow directly into prepared soil outdoors from April to May, spacing seeds in blocks or rows for best effect.

 

Grow and maintenance

 

Grow in full sun in well drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells and support taller stems if needed. Deadhead to encourage further blooming or leave seed heads to mature for wildlife. Avoid overfeeding, which can lead to excessive foliage at the expense of flowers.

 

Uses and benefits

 

Perfect for dramatic summer borders, wildlife-friendly planting and long-lasting cut flowers. The warm sunset tones pair beautifully with grasses, rudbeckias and cosmos. Leave seed heads to feed birds in autumn and enjoy the ecological benefits alongside bold garden colour.