Russian Giant Sunflower

If you're looking to add some serious architectural height to your garden, the Russian Giant is the undisputed heavyweight champion. These aren't just flowers they are towering pillars of gold that reach toward the clouds, topped with massive, dinner-plate-sized blooms. With sun-drenched yellow petals and contrasting dark hearts, they provide a striking silhouette that transforms an ordinary yard into a high-impact landscape.

Russian Giant Sunflower Seeds to grow in your garden!

95 Days to Harvest, 25+/- Seeds per packet. 50+/- Envelope Size

Growth Profile

The Reach: Expect these giants to scale between 10–12 ft+++ in a single season.

The Footprint: Each plant requires roughly 18–24 in of breathing room.

The Backbone: Engineered by nature with thick, woody stalks designed to withstand the weight of their own oversized heads.

Best Use & Placement

Living Fences: Use their massive height to create a seasonal privacy screen or line a boring fence.

Wildlife Hubs: A favorite "pit stop" for pollinators in the summer and a high-energy seed buffet for birds in the fall.

The "Anchor" Effect: Perfect for the back row of a flower bed, providing a dramatic vertical backdrop for shorter varieties.