Sunflowers are known for their excellent adaptability and can grow in drought and poor soils. It has a very long flowering period. It is usually sown in spring, starts to bloom in summer, and can continue to bloom until late autumn. Let’s take a look at which month is the best for sowing sunflowers? Which month is best for sowing sunflowers? The sunflower planting season usually lasts from April to September. The seeds will begin to germinate about 5 days after sowing. At a suitable temperature above 15 degrees Celsius, sunflowers will bloom beautiful flowers in about 20 to 30 days. Key points for planting sunflowers Soil preparation: For the healthy growth of sunflowers, you should choose loose, fertile, well-breathable and well-drained soil, such as humus, garden soil or sandy river soil. You can add organic fertilizer in moderation to enrich the organic matter in the soil. Sowing and planting: Select healthy and full seeds and spread them evenly on the prepared soil. Keep the temperature above 20 degrees Celsius, water moderately, and cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil. Under warm and humid conditions, sunflower seeds will quickly take root and germinate. Maintenance after germination: After germination, sunflowers need sufficient sunlight, at least 8 hours of light per day. At temperatures above 20 degrees Celsius, diluted nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer can be applied after 7 to 10 days. The frequency of watering is once every 2 to 3 days. Daily management: After planting, sunflowers require careful care. The appropriate temperature should be maintained in spring and autumn, and high temperatures should be avoided in summer and placed in a cool place. The temperature in winter should not be lower than 5 degrees Celsius, and it can be moved to a place with sufficient light indoors. Water every 2 to 3 days in spring and autumn, and every 1 to 2 days in summer due to rapid evaporation of water. Use pesticides or carbendazim for spraying regularly to prevent diseases and pests. In general, sunflowers are a type of flower with very strong vitality and can be planted at any time, but they also require planting methods.
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