🌻 Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Also known as: Surajmukhi • Surya Pushp • Helianthus
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Attribute | Details |
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| Type | Annual Flowering Plant / Tall Blooming Herb |
| Category | Outdoor • Garden Beds • Balcony Planters • Pollinator-Friendly Garden |
| Botanical Name | Helianthus annuus |
| Toxicity | ✅ Non-toxic – Safe for pets and children |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | ☀️ Full Sun – Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily |
|---|---|
| Watering | 💧 Moderate – Water deeply when topsoil dries out; avoid waterlogging |
| Humidity | Prefers warm, dry climates; grows well in Indian summer conditions |
| Soil | Well-draining soil enriched with compost or manure; slightly acidic to neutral |
| Fertilizer | Balanced fertilizer or organic compost before blooming phase |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Upright stem with large, sunny flower heads that turn toward the sun (heliotropism in early stages) |
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| Flower | Bright yellow petals with a dark brown or black central disk |
| Height | Ranges from 2 ft (dwarf varieties) to over 10 ft (giant varieties) |
| Bloom Season | Blooms in summer to early autumn (60–90 days after planting) |
✨ Uses & Benefits
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🌼 Cheerful garden favorite that brings instant brightness to any space
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🐝 Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds – great for pollinator gardens
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🌻 Seeds can be harvested for snacks, oil, or planting next season
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🎨 Beautiful cut flowers for home décor, gifting, and arrangements
💡 Fun Tip
For continuous blooms, sow sunflower seeds every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer. Great project for kids & first-time gardeners! 🌞🌱
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