Velvet Queen Sunflower Seeds – 15 Deep Red Heirloom Annual Blooms

Velvet Queen Sunflower is a striking heirloom annual prized for its rich, deep red to burgundy petals that surround a dark chocolate-brown center. Unlike traditional yellow sunflowers, this variety brings dramatic, velvety color to garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. The large, pollen-rich blooms are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, making them a beautiful and beneficial addition to any sunny landscape.

These easy-to-grow sunflowers reach impressive heights and make excellent cut flowers, adding bold color to fresh bouquets. Whether planted along a fence, in a wildflower patch, or as a statement piece in the back of the border, Velvet Queen delivers reliable summer color with minimal fuss.

Plant Features

• Deep red to burgundy petals with a dark center
• Heirloom annual variety
• Attracts bees and other pollinators
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements
• Thrives in full sun

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, tall
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 5 to 7 feet
• Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, once soil has warmed to at least 50°F. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 6 inches apart, thinning seedlings to 12 to 18 inches apart once they are a few inches tall. Choose a location with full sun and well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination and early growth.

Once established, sunflowers are relatively drought-tolerant but benefit from regular watering during dry spells. Tall varieties may need staking in windy areas. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, or leave some seed heads for birds. Harvest flowers for arrangements when petals are fully open and the center is still tight.

What's Included

15 Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds.