Sunflower Italian Green Heart Seeds

A striking and unique sunflower variety, Italian Green Heart is known for its bold golden yellow petals and an unusual green-tinted centre.

 

This stunning annual adds a dramatic touch to borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements.

 

With strong, sturdy stems reaching up to 150 cm, these sunflowers are ideal for creating a beautiful focal point in the summer garden.

 

Their large blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting biodiversity and improving nearby crops.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 0.5 grams

 

 

Sow: March – June

Germination: 7 – 14 days

Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH

Height: 120 – 150 cm

Flowering: July – September

Companion Plants: Cosmos, Zinnias, Cornflowers

Avoid Planting With: Dense, shade-producing plants

 

Sowing Instructions:

 

Sow seeds directly outdoors from late spring when the risk of frost has passed. Prepare well-drained soil in a sunny location and sow seeds 1.5 cm deep, spacing them 30 cm apart. Keep the soil moist during germination.

 

For earlier blooms, start seeds indoors from March to April, sowing into pots or seed trays. Transplant seedlings after hardening off when they are strong enough to handle. Provide support if growing in exposed areas.

 

 

With its eye catching colour contrast, tall elegant growth, and pollinator-friendly blooms, this sunflower is perfect for bringing summer warmth and charm to any garden. The green hearted centre adds a unique visual appeal, making it a fantastic variety for home gardeners and florists alike.