Dwarf Sunflower – 5 Seeds

Dwarf Sunflower Seeds. Dwarf sunflowers (Helianthus annuus hybrids) are similar to full-size sunflowers, although they may produce multiple flowers per stem, depending on the cultivar. They are annuals that die after they bloom. Their small size makes them well-suited to growing in small pots, and they can be grown indoors or outside. You can even grow sunflowers on a balcony.

Growing Dwarf Sunflowers

Indoor Sowing: Not Recommended.

Direct Sowing: Late Spring and Early Summer.

• Sunflowers need full sun; they need on average 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
• They grow best at temperatures between 18–33ºC.
• Plant in full sun and light, well-drained soil of low to moderate fertility.
• Direct seed (recommended) as the sunflower plants dislikes root disturbance.
• Sow Dwarf Sunflower Seeds after last frost in groups of 3-4 seeds in garden beds.
• Thin to one plant when true leaves appear.
• If growing in containers then plant 1 seed per container.
• Plant in full sun and light, well-drained soil of low to moderate fertility.
• Warmer temperatures cause stretching; cooler temperatures cause plants to be more dwarf.