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Elf Sunflower is a compact annual variety known for its dwarf growth and bright yellow blooms with dark centers. It produces multiple flowers on short sturdy plants, making it suitable for containers, borders, and small garden spaces. This variety adapts well to warm climates and performs best in full sunlight with well drained soil. It is commonly grown during the warm season and is suitable for limited space gardening.
Features
- Dwarf growth suitable for containers and small spaces
- Produces multiple blooms on compact plants
- Adaptable to warm and temperate climates
- Suitable for borders and container planting
- Performs best in full sunlight conditions
Specifications
- Scientific name: Helianthus annuus
- Common name (US): Sunflower
- Seed type / variety: Elf
- Growth habit: Annual dwarf branching
- USDA zones: 2 to 11
- Planting season: Spring to early summer
- Growing season: Summer to early fall
- Sowing Season: Spring March to May Early Summer June
- Germination time and conditions: 7 to 10 days in warm soil 18 to 24 C
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Well drained moderately fertile soil
- Watering needs: Moderate keep soil evenly moist during establishment
- Mature plant size: 30 to 60 cm height 20 to 30 cm spread
- Plant spacing: 20 to 30 cm apart
