Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflowers should be sown directly into the garden where they will receive full sunlight. They are pivotal in permaculture for attracting pollinators and birds, and their tall stalks can serve as windbreaks or natural trellises for climbing plants. These sunflowers are companions to cucumbers and corn. They require minimal care beyond watering, thriving in most soil types as long as they are well-drained. Culinary uses include harvesting the seeds for snacking or adding to bread. Health-wise, sunflower seeds are packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin E and magnesium, promoting heart health and skin vitality.
 
Latin Name: Helianthus annuus 'Mammoth Grey Stripe'
Packed For: 2024
Days to Maturity: 90
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright
Planting Time: Spring
Seed Type: Heirloom
Hybrid Status: Open-Pollinated
Plant Type: Sunflower
Hardy to Zone: N/A
Frost Tolerance: Not Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerance: High
Approximate Seed Count: 20
Sun Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Regular to low
Planting Instructions: Direct sow after last frost in a sunny location
Fullgrown Plant Size: Up to 10 feet tall
 
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