Sunflower 'Ring of Fire'
Pickup available at Kings Mill Lane
Usually ready in 24 hours
DELIVERY & COLLECTION
Collect from Kings Mill Lane, or check delivery options and charges before you order.
DESCRIPTION
Sunflower Ring of Fire has long stems and branching stems, ideal for cutting. Featuring bi coloured petals with a dark red base and golden yellow tips with a dark centre, this variety grows up to 120cm high.
WHEN TO SOW
April to May
WHERE TO SOW
Sow seed thinly, 12mm (1/2") deep in drills 45cm (18") apart in well cultivated soil raked to a fine tilth. Germination usually takes 15-21 days.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
When large enough to handle, thin to 45cm (18") apart.
FOR EARLIER SOWINGS
Sow indoors, individually in 7.5cm (3") pots at 20-25°C (68-77°F). When well grown, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost in a well drained soil in full sun.
FLOWERS
July to August.
HANDY TIP
Dead head regularly to encourage continuous flowering.