A hardy perennial, tall growing (2-3m) chocolate scented (flowers late summer, faintly scented like drinking chocolate powder) plant of the sunflower family, dies back to ground over winter, returns in spring in a larger clump from under ground spreading stems, choose planting site with care, can spread over several years, tall growth can over shadow surrounding plants.
For best results a thick clump producing many flowers: grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun, but can survive with minimum care once fully established. Sunflowers generally need a long hot summer to flower well. May need support in high winds, mulch annually with compost or manure, and divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigour.
Plants, sent Tracked 48 may vary in size from listing photos dep. on time of year.
Free Delivery: Tracked 48
Fairly Drought tolerant once established
Easy to Grow
Peat Free
U.K Grown
Plastic Free Packaging
20% refund for 3 or more plants/seeds bought together from my listings, refunded after sale has been made. Check my other listings for more plants/seeds available in larger sizes/ quantities.