Sunflower, Strawberry Blonde

Strawberry Blonde Sunflower (Helianthus annuus 'Strawberry Blonde') Strawberry Blonde Sunflower, also known as Helianthus annuus 'Strawberry Blonde', is a fast-growing, well-branched annual sunflower variety with particularly beautiful flowers. Here are some key characteristics of the Strawberry Blonde Sunflower: Appearance: The Strawberry Blonde Sunflower produces a profusion of large blossoms, up to 5-6 inches across, with multicolor petals in a wonderful mix of lemon, rose, and pink. The flower heads are attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds. The petals have varying shades of burgundy and pink encircling the dark centers with ivory to pale yellow tips, making them absolutely beautiful in bouquets. The plants are well-branched for cutting and grow to about 5.5-6 feet tall, with lots of branches, resulting in more flowers to enjoy in your home or share with friends. The flowers are day-length neutral and pollenless, making them ideal for cut flower production . Growth and Care: The Strawberry Blonde Sunflower is relatively easy to grow and is known for its heat tolerance and pest resistance. It is best grown in average well-drained garden soil in full sun. The plant is day-length neutral and fully pollen-less, making it among the top choices for cut flower growers. It is a branching variety that produces 60+ inch tall plants with multi-branched clusters of gorgeous flowers that are ideal for cutting . Use in Gardens: The Strawberry Blonde Sunflower is sensational at the back of a sunny border and makes outstanding cut flowers. Its pollen-free nature ensures that it won't stain furniture, and its vibrant colors make it a gorgeous addition to any summer garden. The flowers will rotate throughout the day to face the sun, adding to their dynamic presence in the garden. Additionally, commercially grown for its seeds, toasted sunflower seeds are a favorite snack or condiment for salads and other food, and oil extracted from the seeds is also used for cooking .