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 …

First domesticated from its wild ancestor over 5,000 years ago by Native American peoples in the south-west of North America, the sunflower is both an elegant ornamental and a crucial food …

3 days ago · Sunflower, genus of nearly 70 species of herbaceous plants of the aster family. Sunflowers are native primarily to North and South America, and some species are cultivated …

Plant them as a companion plant in vegetable gardens. The sunflower is the fourth sister that Native Americans used to accompany corn, beans and squash. Grow sunflowers to inspire, …

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”).

May 20, 2025 · 'Russian Mammoth' is the traditional giant sunflower, an aptly named variety that can grow to more than 12 feet tall with blooms the diameter of dinner plates. Its seeds are …

From the crunch of sunflower seeds to the shimmer of sunflower oil, from a happy sunflower bouquet to an immersive sunflower field, Helianthus annuus brings sunshine you can plant, …

Sunflower is the most popular oilseed crop in Europe and North America, where the crop originated and was domesticated during the first millennium B.C. While the Native Americans …

Jun 14, 2023 · Sunflower seeds germinate quickly and can be an adventure in tiny to towering plants. Best of all, they provide plenty of seeds to harvest at the end of the season, making …

Apr 5, 2025 · How to Get Sunflowers to Bloom Sunflowers bloom with vibrant yellow petals and a sweet, woody scent in the summer. You can encourage blooming by giving your sunflower …