Sunflower Gardening in America

Sunflowers, with their vibrant, usually yellow petals and towering stalks, are some of the most iconic and beloved flowers in the United States. These radiant blooms have captured the hearts of garden enthusiasts, artists, and nature lovers for generations, making them a quintessential part of the American landscape.  READ MORE

Sunflowers have captivated the imaginations of Americans for centuries. These native North American plants have a rich history in the United States, serving as more than just a charming addition to gardens.  READ MORE

Whether you want the giant varieties—for which sunflowers are known—or a new hybrid dwarf variety, here are nine sunflower varieties to meet your needs.  READ MORE

Skyscraper Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Skyscraper) are an impressive variety of sunflowers known for their towering height and large, vibrant blooms.   READ MORE

Sunforest Mix Sunflowers are a delightful blend of fast-growing sunflower varieties, each contributing to create a vibrant virtual sunflower forest.   READ MORE

American Giant Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus American Giant) are renowned for their impressive stature and massive flower heads, making them a standout feature in any garden or landscape.  READ MORE

Russian Mammoth Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Russian Mammoth) are iconic giants of the sunflower world, known for their towering height and massive flower heads.  READ MORE

Teddy Bear Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Teddy Bear) are charming dwarf sunflowers prized for their compact size and cheerful blooms.  READ MORE

Little Becka Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Little Becka) are a delightful variety of pollenless dwarf sunflowers known for their compact size and vibrant blooms.  READ MORE

Suntastic Yellow Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Suntastic Yellow) are a vibrant and cheerful variety of sunflowers prized for their bright yellow blooms and compact size. These sunflowers typically grow to a height of 12-24 inches, with flower heads that measure about 5 inches in diameter.  READ MORE

Moulin Rouge Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Moulin Rouge) are a captivating variety of pollenless sunflowers prized for their unique and dramatic appearance.  READ MORE

Earthwalker Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus Earthwalker) are a captivating variety of sunflowers known for their unique combination of colors and striking appearance.  READ MORE

Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are typically well-suited to USDA Hardiness Zones 1-11, with some variations in different species and varieties. These zones are based on the average annual extreme minimum Winter temperatures in different regions of the United States.  READ MORE

Every year, as the sun begins to warm the earth and the days grow longer, sunflower gardens and festivals spring to life across the United States, welcoming visitors to bask in the beauty of these iconic golden blooms.   READ MORE

Sunflowers are one of the easiest flowers to grow—they need lots of sun and love the Summer heat. In fact, sunflowers “follow the sun” as the sun moves through the sky during the day—but only while they’re still growing.   READ MORE

Here is a list of American sunflower gardening resources, along with descriptions and websites where you can find more information and guidance.  READ MORE