Description
A lovely little dwarf variety of the classic sunflower, Yellow Pygmy is perfect for small space gardens, containers or towards the front of borders reaching a mature height of roughly 18-22 Inches. Thriving in full sun, loved by pollinators and also perfect as a cut flower display.
Days To Germination: 14-21 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 68F-86F
Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Spacing, Seed: 4-6 inch
Spacing, Plant: 12-18 inches
Plant Height: 18-22 Inches
Light: Full Sun
- Seeds can be started indoors 3 to 4 weeks before last spring frost. Or direct-sow seeds outside after all danger of frost has passed to a depth of 1/4 inch. Can be sown as late as 100 days before last frost.
- When seedlings are 2 to 3 inches high, thin to individual pots. Replant thinned plants.
- Protect from Snails / Slugs whilst young.
- Steadily harden off before planting out after all danger of frost has passed.
