Sunflower
Helianthus annuus · Sunflowers · Aster family
Also known as: Common Sunflower
Very easy100–300cmPet-friendlyEdible
Sunflower care at a glance
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- High
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Sunflower
Possible pests on Sunflower include Sunflower moth, Birds and Slugs and snails. A common disease is Downy mildew. Also possible: Sunflower rust, Sclerotinia stem rot and Powdery mildew. Sunflower is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Sunflower moth Medium
- Birds Medium
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Downy mildew High
- Sunflower rust Medium
- Powdery mildew Low
- Sclerotinia stem rot Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Sunflower
- Which pests affect Sunflower?
- Possible pests on Sunflower include Sunflower moth, Birds and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Sunflower?
- A common disease is Downy mildew. Also possible: Sunflower rust, Sclerotinia stem rot and Powdery mildew.
- Is Sunflower toxic to cats and dogs?
- Sunflower is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Sunflower need?
- Sunflower has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Sunflower need?
- Sunflower prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Sunflower frost-hardy?
- Sunflower is not frost-hardy.
- Can you eat Sunflower?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: seeds and flowers.