Sunflower ‘Starburst Panache’
Helianthus annuus
Description
I’ve grown dozens of branching sunflowers over the years and none have ever topped ‘Starburst Panache’. Its ultra-fluffy, shaggy petals and dark green-brown centers make for a fantastic floral display. They are the epitome of late summer/early autumn and look incredible displayed en masse or mixed with black-eyed Susans and ornamental grasses.
Details
Height: 60 to 72 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 60 to 65 days
Plant spacing: 18 to 24 in
Pinch: when 18 in tall
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Sunflowers can be direct-seeded into the garden after all danger of frost has passed or started indoors in trays and transplanted out after 2 to 3 weeks.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Details
Description
I’ve grown dozens of branching sunflowers over the years and none have ever topped ‘Starburst Panache’. Its ultra-fluffy, shaggy petals and dark green-brown centers make for a fantastic floral display. They are the epitome of late summer/early autumn and look incredible displayed en masse or mixed with black-eyed Susans and ornamental grasses.
Details
Height: 60 to 72 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 60 to 65 days
Plant spacing: 18 to 24 in
Pinch: when 18 in tall
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Sunflowers can be direct-seeded into the garden after all danger of frost has passed or started indoors in trays and transplanted out after 2 to 3 weeks.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Sources
How to Grow
How to Grow
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