
LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Bold orange blooms
GROWTH HABIT
Upright, fast-growing
BLOOM SEASON
Summer to Early Autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated sunflower seeds
PLANT TYPE
Annual flowering plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring to Early Summer
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
120–180 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 2–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–45 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
1–2 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Warm climate
Frequently Asked Questions
What gives deep orange sunflowers a dramatic appearance?
What gives deep orange sunflowers a dramatic appearance?
Rich orange petals create bold contrast against green foliage and stand out in mixed garden plantings.
Can they be used in warm-colored landscape themes?
Can they be used in warm-colored landscape themes?
Yes. Their fiery blooms blend well with red, bronze, and golden flowering companions.
Which plants pair well with deep orange sunflowers?
Which plants pair well with deep orange sunflowers?
Tithonia, red salvia, marigolds, and ornamental millet create striking seasonal combinations.
Do they create a bold background for smaller flowers?
Do they create a bold background for smaller flowers?
Yes. Tall plants provide colorful backdrops behind lower-growing annuals and perennials.
Can they become a centerpiece in cutting gardens?
Can they become a centerpiece in cutting gardens?
Yes. Large blooms naturally draw attention in both gardens and floral arrangements.
Do beneficial insects visit the flower heads?
Do beneficial insects visit the flower heads?
The flowers may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during bloom.