Sunflower Mammoth Grey Stripe

Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflower is a tall, heirloom sunflower variety known for its impressive size and striking appearance. It is capable of reaching heights between 9 and 12 feet, featuring large, 14-inch diameter flower heads with a grey-and-white striped seed pattern. This sunflower produces abundant edible seeds, making it suitable for roasting, birdseed, or snacking. Its sturdy, thick stalks support the heavy seed heads, which track the sun and provide a dramatic focal point in gardens or landscapes.

Durable materials with a thick, fibrous stalks and seed heads, the Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflower exhibits high resilience to environmental stress factors such as drought and heat once established. It is an easy-to-grow plant that matures in approximately 90 to 100 days from seed. The plant's large flowering heads are ideal for natural privacy screens or striking vertical accents in garden beds and borders.

Growth includes it's 10-14 inch wide blossoms, with an overall height of 9 to 12 feet. The plant's seed heads are composed of large, grey-and-white striped seeds that are both attractive and functional. It is compatible with a variety of garden spaces, particularly those with full sun and well-draining soil. For stability, staking may be recommended in windy locations due to its height and heavy seed heads.

Key features of the Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflower include:

• Height of 9 to 12 feet with 10-14 inch diameter bloom.
• Produces large, edible, grey-and-white striped seeds suitable for roasting, snacks, and birdseed
• Pollinator-friendly, offering nectar to bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
• Fast-growing, from seed to mature plant within one growing season
• Drought tolerant once established, resilient in dry or hot conditions

In the package, customers receive 25 seeds per packet. The seeds should be planted in full sunlight into well-draining soil after the last frost date. For support, staking or planting along fence lines is recommended, especially in windy areas. The plant requires minimal care beyond regular watering and can be harvested once the seed heads turn grey and the seeds are fully mature.