This is a second generation cross of two open-pollinated sunflowers: Velvet Queen and Chocolate (Helianthus annuus) – that we are working to further develop as a red-hued cut and bunch sunflower.  Shades of red, and halos of orange and gold that are reminiscent of an autumn day. This “grex” – an interbreeding population of multiple distinct varieties – will have wonderful variation to add diverse color to the garden! Plants will vary in height from five to seven feet.

65 days. Annual.
Packet: 1.5 grams, ~35 seeds
Grown at Mano Farm in Ojai, California.