Sunflower – Chocolate

Sunflower – 'Chocolat' (tall)
Helianthus annuus

A dramatically beautiful sunflower in shades of dark burgundy to chocolate brown – an effective contrast to the lighter flowers of summer. 'Chocolat' grows to about 150 cm tall and is fantastic as a background plant in the flowerbed , along a boardwalk or fence.

A favorite in both garden design and cut bouquets , especially for those looking for a darker and more elegant sunflower variety .

Cultivation & Care:

• Sowing period: May–June

  • Pre-cultivation: Indoors at 15–20 °C, replanted in pots with potting soil

  • Direct sowing: Possible when the soil is warm and frost-free

• Flowering time: July–September

• Growth habit: Free-standing

• Height: approx. 150 cm

• Plant distance: 30 cm

• Row spacing: 30 cm

• Sowing depth: approx. 1 cm

• Location: Sunny

• Scientific name: Helianthus annuus

• The seed packet is enough for: about 40 plants

• Color: Brownish red to chocolate brown