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Vanilla Ice Sunflower Seeds

Vanilla Ice Sunflower Seeds

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~0.5 g (~75 seeds)
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'Vanilla Ice' brings a creamy, light yellow color to the garden and your tabletop arrangement. Sweet 3"–5" flowers bloom on multi-branched, 5' tall plants that are lovely in a moonlit garden. Sunflowers are practically care-free, very easy to grow, and provide months of color. 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. Drought tolerant once established, and pollinators love them!

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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Type: Sunflower (Learn more)

Native: North America

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Plant Dimensions: 5' tall

Variety Info: 3"–5" wide, creamy, light yellow flowers

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.

Days to Emerge: 10–15 days

Seed Depth: ¼"–½"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18"–24"

Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 11 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 7 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Danielle ..
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Aug 28, 2024
    5 Stars

    Very cute little sunflowers! Love the creamy yellow color and smaller blooms. This is my second year direct sowing these seeds with great success in zone 8b.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • Katharine E.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Nov 27, 2023
    5 Stars

    Love this sunflower!

  • Grow.yourveggies
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Aug 25, 2023
    5 Stars

    Loved growing this sunflower variety in my garden. Heavy blooms and keeps producing sunflowers every time I cut flowers. Will definitely buy this again for growing more in my garden next year.

  • Grow. Y.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jun 23, 2023
    5 Stars

    Loved growing the vanilla ice sunflower variety from seeds. Prolific growth and medium height plants yield these beautiful cut sunflower variety. Will definitely recommend growing this sunflower variety for centerpiece flower arrangements and beautiful handy flowers to gift friends & family.

  • Terri R.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    Aug 27, 2024
    3 Stars

    Seeds were slow to sprout but are doing well now.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate