Sunflower (Red)
About the Sunflower (Red)
Red sunflower varieties like Red Sun and Moulin Rouge produce stunning deep red to burgundy petals. They are the same species as yellow sunflowers but bred for their unusual color. They attract pollinators equally well. They grow 1.5-2 meters tall. They produce edible seeds. They are heliotropic when young. They are excellent cut flowers. They are easy to grow from seed. They prefer full sun. They are drought-tolerant once established. They are among the most dramatic annual flowers for the garden.
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