Helianthus annuus. 65 days.
Dwarf Sungold is a native, annual sunflower variety more affectionately known as Teddy Bear due to the flower's soft, fluffy texture.
The short, bushy plant has a hairy stem with heart-shaped, dark green leaves and produces 6 inch, golden-yellow blooms that appear from mid-summer to the first frost of autumn and are a favorite of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Excellent for both field and container growing and makes a beautiful addition to flower beds, borders, or cut arrangements.
Dwarf Sungold / Teddy Bear Sunflower
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones:
2 to 11
Light Requirement:
Full sun
Soil Type:
Chalk, clay, loam
Sow Depth:
1 inch
Plant Spacing:
6 inches
Germination Temp:
70°F to 75°F
Germination Time:
7 to 14 days
Bloom Time:
Late summer to early fall
Growing Tips
Direct sow in late spring once the soil has warmed to 70 degrees F or higher. Sow several seeds together 1 inch deep and 6 inches apart in rich, well-drained soil. Keep soil moist, and seeds will begin to germinate in 7 to 14 days. Thin to the strongest seedlings.
