Firecracker – Sunflower Seed

Description

Ignite your garden with the vibrant energy of Firecracker Sunflower Seeds. Known for its explosive, bold orange and yellow petals surrounding a dark center, this sunflower variety delivers a stunning, eye-catching display. As an F1 hybrid, it offers consistent growth, strong stems, and long-lasting blooms. Perfect for adding dramatic color to your garden beds, borders, or as a captivating focal point, Firecracker sunflowers will light up any landscape with their fiery beauty and resilience.

Features:

Vibrant Bi-Colored Blooms: Bold orange and yellow petals with a dark, contrasting center create a fiery, striking visual impact.

F1 Hybrid Variety: Ensures uniform growth, high-quality flowers, and disease resistance, providing dependable blooms throughout the season.

Strong and Sturdy Stems: Upright stems that support large, radiant flowers, making them ideal for gardens and floral displays.

Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, promoting a healthy garden ecosystem.

Perfect for Floral Arrangements: The vivid colors and uniform blooms make them excellent for creating long-lasting cut flowers and bouquets.

Specifications:

Plant Height: Reaches 5-6 feet tall, making it suitable for mid-to-tall garden displays, borders, and focal points.

Growth Habit: Strong, upright growth with large, uniform flowers that remain steady, even in windy conditions.

Bloom Time: Blooms from mid-summer to fall, offering vibrant color from season to season.

Sun Requirements: Thrives in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.

Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

Water Needs: Requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained, especially during dry spells.

Germination Time: 7-10 days at optimal temperatures of 70-85°F (21-29°C).

Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart to ensure healthy growth and proper air circulation.