LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Vibrant
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Summer to Autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
150–180 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 3–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
40–50 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
2–3 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil, full sun
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Sunflower Lemon Striker produce multiple flower heads on one plant?
Can Sunflower Lemon Striker produce multiple flower heads on one plant?
Yes. This branching variety can develop several blooms on each plant, providing a longer-lasting floral display.
Do the flower colors become more intense as the blooms mature?
Do the flower colors become more intense as the blooms mature?
Yes. The petals often develop richer yellow and red tones as the flowers fully open and mature.
Can Sunflower Lemon Striker be grown for cut flower arrangements?
Can Sunflower Lemon Striker be grown for cut flower arrangements?
Yes. Its long stems and striking bicolored blooms make it an excellent choice for fresh bouquets and floral displays.
Will the flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Will the flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Yes. The nectar- and pollen-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Can Sunflower Lemon Striker be planted as a seasonal privacy screen?
Can Sunflower Lemon Striker be planted as a seasonal privacy screen?
Yes. When planted in groups, the tall plants can create a colorful seasonal screen or living garden backdrop.
How is Sunflower Lemon Striker different from traditional yellow sunflowers?
How is Sunflower Lemon Striker different from traditional yellow sunflowers?
Sunflower Lemon Striker features soft lemon-yellow petals with distinctive red markings around the center, unlike the solid yellow petals of many classic sunflower varieties.