- Common sunflower - Wikipedia
The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a species of large annual forb of the daisy family Asteraceae The common sunflower is harvested for its edible oily seeds, which are often eaten as a snack food
- Sunflowers: Planting, Growing, and Caring for Sunflowers
The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant with a sizeable daisy-like flower face Its scientific name comes from the Greek words helios (“sun”) and anthos (“flower”) The flowers come in many colors (yellow, red, orange, maroon, brown), but they are commonly bright yellow with brown centers that ripen into heavy heads filled
- Sunflower | Description, Uses, Facts | Britannica
sunflower, (genus Helianthus), genus of nearly 70 species of herbaceous plants of the aster family (Asteraceae) Sunflowers are native primarily to North and South America, and some species are cultivated as ornamentals for their spectacular size and flower heads and for their edible seeds
- How to Grow and Care for Sunflowers - The Spruce
Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are treasures of the summertime These low-maintenance plants typically begin blooming in midsummer and can persist into early fall The flowers, which stretch around three to six inches across on average, have a broad central disk surrounded by short, yellow petals
- Sunflower - Helianthus annuus - Kew
First domesticated from its wild ancestor over 5,000 years ago by Native American peoples, the sunflower is both an elegant ornamental and a crucial food crop Colonialists brought the plant to Europe during the 16 th Century, where it proved popular as both a food and decoration
- Common Sunflower - US Forest Service
There are 52 species of sunflowers, all native to North America and Mexico This sunflower is 1 to 3 meters (ca 39 to 118 inches) tall (cultivated forms often taller) The stem is stiff, and usually coarsely hairy (see photo D), often more than 2 5 centimeters (1 inches) in diameter
- How to Grow Sunflowers, According to Experts - Martha Stewart
Learn how to grow sunflowers, a summer annual that's also pollinator-friendly Plus, learn about several popular sunflower varieties and how to harvest a sunflower's seeds for snacks
- Sunflowers: Planting and Care Guide - Gardenia
Cherished for their beauty, Sunflowers (Helianthus) are striking ornamental annuals or perennial plants grown for their colorful summer and fall blooms Fast-growing, they can reward you with glamorous blooms between 55 and 100 days after planting, depending on the variety grown
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