Sunflower Rouge Royale hybrid

Days to Emerge: 10-15

Days Seed Depth: 1/4" - 1/2"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18" - 24"
Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 18" - 24"

Rouge Royale is a stunning, true-red sunflower, on multi-branching plants that makes a dramatic accent in beds, borders, and arrangements. Planting at 10" spacing will produce the longest stems for cutting. For long-lasting vase life, cut before flower is completely open. This high-quality cutting flower doesn't drop its pollen; it is all beauty and no mess with plenty of nectar to share with pollinators. Drought tolerant once established.

When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.

When to start inside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sunflowers are sensitive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground.