| Common Name | Sunflower |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Helianthus |
| Species | Annuus |
| Variety | Sunrich F1 Orange DMR |
| Origin | Cultivar (Europe/Netherlands) |
| Blooming | Annual bloomer, summer to autumn |
| Leaf Color | Green with grey-green underside |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter content; pH 6.0 to 7.5 preferred.
Water regularly during establishment, keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging; drought tolerant once mature.
Requires full sun exposure (minimum 6-8 hours direct sunlight daily); does not thrive in low light conditions.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer at planting; reduce nitrogen during flowering to prevent lodging.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage side shoots; stake tall varieties if grown in windy areas.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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