Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower care guide

Helianthus annuus

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3d

Water

🌿

14d

Feed

📏

30-400cm

Height

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H2

Hardy

About Sunflower

The ultimate cheerful summer flower. Quick, easy.

Outdoor garden plant. Annual. Typically flowers around Jul, Aug, Sep.

How to care for Sunflower

💧 Watering

Water young plants regularly.

🌿 Feeding

Liquid fertiliser every 2 weeks.

☀️ Light

Full sun

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