Velvet Queen Sunflower Seeds – 15 Heirloom Dark Red Pollinator Flower Seeds

Velvet Queen Sunflower is a striking heirloom variety prized for its deep burgundy to dark red petals that surround a dark central disk. This tall, branching annual adds dramatic color and vertical interest to garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. The rich, velvety blooms are also highly attractive to pollinators, making them a beautiful and beneficial addition to any sunny landscape.

Easy to grow from seed, Velvet Queen Sunflower performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Its impressive height and abundant blooms make it a favorite for back-of-border plantings, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens. The flowers are long-lasting when cut, bringing their deep, warm tones indoors.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with deep burgundy to dark red petals
• Tall, branching growth habit with multiple blooms per plant
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements and garden backdrops
• Easy to grow from seed; suitable for beginner gardeners

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Helianthus annuus
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly until established
• Growth Habit: Tall, branching
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 6–8 feet
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, planting about 1 inch deep and 6 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 18–24 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, then water deeply but less frequently as plants mature.

These tall sunflowers may benefit from staking in windy areas. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, or leave some seed heads for birds. Velvet Queen Sunflower is relatively low-maintenance and thrives in average garden conditions.

What's Included

15 Velvet Queen Sunflower seeds.