Sunflower Seeds — Heirloom Non-GMO

There are few things in a garden more joyful than a sunflower in full bloom — tall, golden, and turning its face to follow the sun. Our heirloom sunflower seeds produce the classic large-headed variety: bold yellow petals, dark centres, and stems tall enough to cut and bring indoors for a statement arrangement that fills a room with summer.

Plant them along a fence, at the back of a border, or in a dedicated cutting patch. Children love growing them. Bees love them even more.

Why You'll Love Growing Sunflowers

• Fast and rewarding: Germinate quickly and grow visibly day by day
• Heirloom non-GMO: 10 seeds per packet, true-to-type genetics
• Excellent cut flower: Long stems, bold blooms, long vase life
• Wildlife friendly: Seeds feed birds; flowers feed bees
• Heat and drought tolerant: Thrives in South Africa's hot summers

Growing Guide

• Season: Sow from September through to December (spring and early summer)
• Position: Full sun — at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily
• Sowing: Direct sow 2–3cm deep, 30–45cm apart
• Watering: Water deeply but infrequently; drought tolerant once established
• Harvest: Cut when the outer petals are fully open and the centre is still tight