Add a touch of rich, moody color to your garden with our Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds. This stunning heirloom is a branching variety, producing an abundance of beautiful, 4-6 inch flowers. The blooms feature velvety, deep, burgundy-red petals surrounding a dark chocolate center, creating a dramatic and sophisticated display. A fantastic choice for the back of a border or a cutting garden, the Velvet Queen provides a spectacular show all summer long.

⭐ What you'll love

• A unique and dramatic, deep burgundy-red color.
• A branching variety that produces an abundance of flowers on every plant.
• A fantastic, long-stemmed cut flower for moody, elegant bouquets.
• A favorite of bees, butterflies, and seed-eating birds.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Velvet Queen Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• Height: 5-7 feet
• Days to Maturity: 80-95 days
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is warm.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers average, well-draining soil.
• Support: Taller plants may require staking to prevent them from falling in high winds.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

• FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
• Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
• Tracking is included with every order.