Velvet Queen Sunflower Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO Multicolor Variety for Cut Flowers, Pollinators & Long-Lasting Summer-to-Fall Blooms

Bring bold, warm color to your garden with Velvet Queen Sunflower Seeds, an heirloom non-GMO variety celebrated for its velvety, multi-toned blooms in shades of mahogany, bronze, and burnt orange. Reaching 5–7 feet tall, these branching sunflowers produce a continuous show of dramatic jewel-toned flowers from midsummer through fall.

Vibrant, Productive, and Pollinator-Friendly:

• Produces 5–8 inch blooms with rich, velvety petals and dark centers for striking contrast.
• Branching plants yield multiple blooms per stem for extended seasonal color.
• Excellent for cut flower gardens, pollinator habitats, and wildlife-friendly plantings.
• Sturdy stems and long vase life make them a florist favorite.

Why Gardeners Love Velvet Queen Sunflowers:

• Multi-Tone Jewel Blooms – Deep red, bronze, and burnt orange petals create warm, dynamic color palettes.
• Abundant Flowering Habit – Branching growth ensures blooms from midsummer through fall.
• Cut Flower Excellence – Strong stems and long-lasting blooms perfect for arrangements.
• Pollinator & Bird Friendly – Supports bees and butterflies during bloom and feeds birds after seeds mature.
• Easy to Grow – Thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate watering across USDA Zones 3–11.

How to Grow Velvet Queen Sunflowers:

• When to Plant: Sow directly outdoors after the last frost when soil has warmed to 60°F (16°C) or higher.
• Soil & Sun: Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil; amend with compost for best performance.
• Spacing: Plant seeds 12–18 inches apart for healthy branching and airflow.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until established; water deeply once a week afterward.
• Bloom & Maturity: Flowers appear in 75–90 days and continue blooming through autumn.

Harvest & Use:
Velvet Queen sunflowers are ideal for cut flower arrangements, garden borders, or wildlife plantings. Harvest blooms when petals begin to unfurl for the longest vase life, or allow heads to mature on the stalk to provide food for birds. Their rich color and long bloom season make them a standout addition to any garden or bouquet.

Net Wt. 1.5G