Sunflower

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Annual

Biocultural value

Protein and mineral rich seeds have been roasted and ground into a meal for cakes. Seed oil has been used for cooking and as hair oil. Flowers yield dye colors in greenish-gold, yellow and tan on wool.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

George W. Park Seed Co. Inc.

Description

Lush petals with an iridescent sheen in rich autumnal colors frame the deep chocolate, almost black centers of the flowers. Strong stems and a multi-branching habit ensures many cut flowers to delight all summer. Easy to grow and the birds will feed on the seeds in fall. 4-8" wide flower heads.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3

Special characteristics

food, other ethnobotanical uses