Little Veggie Patch Co - SUNFLOWER 'HI-SUN' HEIRLOOM SEEDS

Tall Sunflowers for Bees, Shade and Snacking

Sunflower 'Hi-Sun' grows up to 1.2m tall, making it a useful addition to the veggie patch as a bee-attracting border, wind break and source of shade for some summer crops. It also produces good yields of high-quality sunflower seeds for snacking.

Growing Information

• Variety: Hi-Sun
• Type: Heirloom sunflower
• Height: Up to 1.2m
• Soil pH: 6.5–7.5
• Spacing: 20–30cm
• Sowing Depth: 1–3cm
• Position: Full sun, protected from wind
• Companion Plants: Cucumber, melon, squash and sweetcorn
• Approx. Seeds: 10

When to Plant

• Zone 1: August–January
• Zone 2: August–January
• Zone 3: Anytime
• Zone 4: Anytime

How to Grow 

Soil

Sunflowers will grow in most soil types but prefer well-drained soil prepared with compost.

Position

Plant in full sun with protection from wind. As sunflowers are tall plants that cast a shadow, position them carefully to avoid shading crops that need plenty of sunlight.

How to Plant

Sow seeds 1–3cm deep, allowing 20–30cm between plants.

Seed Sourcing: Locally sourced in small batches to maintain maximum viability for germination

Shipping

Not available for shipping to Western Australia.

Founded in Melbourne in 2008, The Little Veggie Patch Co (LVPC) is all about making it easier for everyone to grow their own food, whether you have a backyard, balcony or small urban space. Known for its heirloom seeds, LVPC began its seed range in 2009 with four tomato varieties and has since grown to more than 50 varieties of vegetables, herbs and garden favourites.

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