Sunflower - Velvet Queen - Helianthus annuus - 1 kg - Low-Maintenance, High-Impact - For Professionals and Hobbyists - Fresh Seeds

Sunflower Velvet Queen is an elegant, annual cultivar distinguished by its deep red-brown flowers with a velvety finish. The plant reaches a height of 100 to 150 cm and features strong, rigid stems, making it suitable for cut flower cultivation. It is also a popular choice among gardeners and farmers participating in subsidy programmes supporting biodiversity and pollinators.

Why is Velvet Queen a suitable choice for subsidies?

This variety meets the requirements of many EU and national agri-environmental schemes. It attracts bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, supporting local ecosystems and enhancing pollination in neighbouring crops. Its resilience and ease of cultivation make it an excellent component of wildflower strips, nectar-rich mixes, and buffer zones eligible for funding.

Sowing

Seeds are best sown directly into the soil. The soil should be loosened, free of weeds, and rich in nutrients. Direct sowing allows the plant to adapt immediately to environmental conditions, increasing its resilience and reducing the adaptation period.

Timing for sowing into the soil

Sunflower Velvet Queen is ideally sown from April to June. The soil should be well warmed, promoting rapid germination. The recommended sowing depth is 1-2 cm. Sowing can be performed in rows or scatter-sown, depending on site conditions and cultivation objectives.

Site requirements

The plant prefers warm, sunny locations, ideally sheltered from strong winds. Insufficient light may limit flower colour intensity and size. The soil should be well-drained, slightly moist, and rich in organic matter.

Cultivation

Velvet Queen is an easy-to-grow cultivar resistant to most diseases. It does not require special protective treatments. Regular watering during dry periods and organic fertilisation (e.g., compost, biohumus) are sufficient to ensure abundant flowering over several weeks. Removing spent flowers prolongs the flowering period and encourages the plant to produce new buds.

Plant height

The sunflower reaches a height of 100 to 150 cm, making it suitable for creating striking garden groups and for cutting into bouquets. Its stiff stems do not require supports and withstand weather conditions well.

Flowering period

The plant blooms from July to September. The flowers are characterised by their intense colour and unique texture, making them valued both in gardens and floral arrangements. Flower heads remain fresh for a long time after cutting.

Uses

Velvet Queen is suitable as a border plant, a background in naturalistic gardens, and as an element of rural and wildflower meadow compositions. It is also recommended for commercial cut flower cultivation. Its ability to attract pollinators makes it useful in organic farming and environmental programmes.

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The package contains 1 kg of seeds. All sowing instructions and expiry information are provided on the packaging.