Dark Red Sunflower Seeds for Planting – Bold, Vibrant Blooms for Garden & Pollinator Attraction
Germination depends on soil, temperature, moisture, and care.
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Overview
Add striking color and lively energy to your garden with Dark Red Sunflower Seeds. These seeds grow into tall sunflowers with deep, dark red petals that create a dramatic and eye-catching display. Perfect for garden beds, borders, and pollinator-friendly areas, dark red sunflowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem while providing bold, vibrant blooms.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
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Seed Type: Non-GMO
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Flower Color: Dark red
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Growth Height: 5–6 feet (varies by variety)
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Uses: Garden beds, borders, pollinator gardens, decorative planting
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Special Feature: Bold, dramatic blooms that attract pollinators
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Use fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds ½–1 inch deep in soil.
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Spacing: Space seedlings 12–18 inches apart for healthy growth.
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Germination Time: 7–14 days under warm conditions (70–75°F).
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Sunlight: Full sun for strong growth and vibrant blooms.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; reduce watering once plants are established.
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Care: Stake taller plants if necessary; remove faded flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
How to plant these seeds
Plant in a prepared growing area with proper light, suitable soil, and steady moisture. Match sowing time to your local season.
- Choose the right seasonSow during the recommended planting window for your climate so seedlings can establish without stress.
- Prepare the growing areaLoosen the soil, remove weeds and debris, and improve drainage before sowing.
- Check seed depthPlant at the proper depth for the variety, keeping small seeds lightly covered.
- Water gentlyMist or water with a soft flow so the soil stays evenly moist without washing seeds away.
- Thin or transplant carefullyOnce seedlings are strong enough to handle, give each plant room for healthy growth.
Ongoing care schedule
A little consistent attention through the season keeps leaves tender and harvests steady.
- Week 1 — water dailyKeep the seed bed lightly moist while germination completes.
- Week 2 — thin seedlingsRemove the weakest sprouts so remaining plants have room to fill out.
- Week 3 — light feedingWork in a mild balanced fertilizer or compost tea if growth looks slow.
- Week 4 onward — weed and watchKeep beds weed-free and check leaves for early signs of pests.
Shipping details
All seed orders are packed and dispatched with care to protect viability in transit.
- Processing timeOrders ship within 1–2 business days.
- Delivery window5–10 business days, with tracking provided.
- PackagingSeeds are sealed in moisture-resistant foil packets.
- ReturnsUnopened packets may be returned within 30 days of delivery.
- Delivers in 5–10 business days
- Fresh-sealed foil packets
- Open-pollinated, non-GMO
Follow planting instructions for best results.
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