Helianthus annuus. 60 days.
Dwarf Sunspot is an annual sunflower variety native to the southeastern portion of the United States.
Plant grows to around 24 inches in height and produces a single large, bright-yellow flower that averages 12 inches in width.
Its stout height and large, showy flowers make this variety great for container growing or patio gardens, and the long lasting flowers produce copious amounts of seeds that wild birds (and humans!) find irresistible.
Dwarf Sunspot 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 or higher
Germination Time:
7 to 14 days
Bloom Time:
Late summer to early fall
Growing Tips
Direct sow outdoors 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 germinate in 7 to 14 days. Thin to the strongest seedlings.
