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With yellow-tipped, bronze-red petals, 'Shock-O-Lat' is sure to draw attention. Contrasting purple-tinged stems are well-branched, offering a multitude of pollenless blooms for bouquets. Sunflowers are edible, with a bittersweet flavor. The petals add a pretty pop of color ion salads and desserts. The young, sunflower buds are edible, with a flavor similar to artichoke hearts. They can be grilled, marinated, or sauteed for an unusual appetizer or side dish. The 6" flowers can be tamed down to 3" by spacing plants closely (10" apart).
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Pollenless (Learn more)
Native: North America
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 6' tall
Variety Info: 6" flowers are bronze-red with yellow tips and a dark brown center. Flowers will be smaller if plants are close together.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Sowing Info
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 senstive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground.
Sprouts in: 10–15 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ¼"–½"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 18"–24"
Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"
- Maricel C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 11, 2026Multiple cut flowers
All the seeds sprouted and grew healthy and strong. This is a multi branch variety that produces many beautiful cut flowers.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerEGEpic GardeningMay 12, 2026Hey Maricel,
We're thrilled to hear that all your Shock-O-Lat Sunflower Seeds sprouted and grew healthy and strong! Your photos are gorgeous! There's nothing quite like having an abundance of homegrown sunflowers to brighten up your space! Thanks for sharing your fantastic sunflower growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Mike S.Rated 5 out of 5 starsSep 21, 20245 Stars
Grew these in a pot and fertilized heavy with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Great results. I get compliments from all the neighbors !
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Nikki H.Rated 5 out of 5 starsDec 9, 20235 Stars
So easy to grow and absolutely gorgeous.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Alexis C.Rated 5 out of 5 starsAug 9, 20235 Stars
This is one of the most visually interesting sunflowers I’ve seen, and was super excited for these to finally bloom! They ended up growing to be around 5-6’ tall (I planted them in a small raised bed) and they are perfect for filling in some space between my tomatoes and eggplants. This variety is definitely a new favorite of mine!
- Nicole H.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJul 18, 20235 Stars
So much fun to grow these! Absolutely beautiful. I literally stuck my finger into the soil stuck in a seed, covered with soil and a couple weeks later they started to grow. I never knew growing a flower could bring this much joy ☺️
