Characteristics of Sunflower

1. Appearance characteristics

The stem of the sunflower grows upright, and the plant height is between 1-3.5m. Its leaves are broadly ovate, covered with velvet on both sides, and are relatively rough, with serrations on the edges. Its flowers are relatively large, with a diameter of between 10-30cm, and each inflorescence can only produce one flower. The edges of the flowers are yellow and the center is brown or purple.

2. Habits and Characteristics

It is an annual flower that begins to sprout and grow in spring. In summer, its flowers can bloom. Its flowers have the characteristic of opening towards the sun and can change the direction of their blooming as the sun moves. After flowering for a period of time, elongated fruits will form in the middle of its flower disk.

3. Breeding characteristics

It prefers a warm growing environment and should be kept at a temperature between 20-30℃. It also prefers sunlight, so when caring for it, it should be placed in a well-lit location, preferably full sun. This will speed up its growth. It needs more water to grow, so you need to water it in time and don't let the soil dry out completely.