Light-enchanted sunflower, thou
Who gazest ever true and tender
On the suns revolving splendour
-Pedro Calderon de la Barca


Photo of Sunflower

Stages of Sunflowers


Sunflowers are famous for their tall stems and bright, yellow blooms. Aside from the flower’s beauty,
its seeds are highly nutritious. Although sunflowers grow best in full sun, they’re a tough plant and
can withstand dry climates and most soil types. Beginner and experienced gardeners alike will enjoy the
minimal care required to grow a sunflower from a seedling to full maturity.

Sunflowers bloom throughout the summer and early fall. You can read through the various phases of a
sunflower’s life cycle to learn how to harvest and use sunflowers in everyday life. Gifting sunflowers,
for example, is a great way to show a friend or loved one how much you care. The vibrant color of this
well-known plant will surely brighten any room.


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