When is the best time to plant sunflower seeds?

Sunflower seed planting time

Sunflower is an annual plant. Generally, the seeds will germinate 6-10 days after sowing. The growth cycle of sunflower is about 90 days. Generally in the north, it is more appropriate to plant sunflower seeds in April-June each year, while in the south, they can be planted in March and April.

Oil sunflower seed planting method

1. Prepare the soil: Choose sandy loam that has not been cropped continuously for planting. Generally, the soil needs to be deeply plowed and loosened before planting.

2. Seed selection and germination: Select plump seeds, then soak them in warm water for 3-5 hours, take them out and dry them in a ventilated place.

3. Sowing and maintenance: Plant the processed seeds. Generally, the distance between the seeds should be about 3 cm. Then water them once more.

Sunflower seed collection

Sunflowers usually bloom from July to September, and their seeds can usually be harvested in August and September in autumn. Cut off the flower disk of the sunflower, rub out the sunflower seeds with your hands, and then place them in the sun to dry. After the seeds are dry, they can be collected.

Sunflower seeds look like

The seeds of sunflower are oblong, with a tapering section. The seeds have a hard outer shell. The edges of the outer shell are white, the outer shell is dark brown, and has a matte feel. The color of the kernel inside is generally white.