Break the coaster into two or three pieces and spread them evenly in the potting soil. Plant the pieces horizontally, covering them with 1-2 centimeters of soil.
Replant
Outdoors
When the seedlings reach 6-7 centimeters, transplant them into garden soil.
Water
Regularly
Keep the soil consistently moist during germination and early growth. While these sunflowers are drought-tolerant, regular watering helps promote healthier plants and larger blooms.
Care for Your Plant
Mist the flower heads twice a week in the evenings to maintain moisture. As the sunflowers grow, they may become heavy. Consider using a trellis for support.
Harvesting Seeds
Wait for Maturity
Allow the flower to bloom and display its deep, velvety red hue.
Harvest Seeds
Once the flower head’s backside turns brown or yellow, use sharp pruners to cut the stem below the flower head.
Dry and Save
Dry the flower head upside down and store the seeds for planting in the next season.
Wait for Maturity
Allow the flower to bloom and display its deep, velvety red hue.
Harvest Seeds
Once the flower head’s backside turns brown or yellow, use sharp pruners to cut the stem below the flower head.
Dry and Save
Dry the flower head upside down and store the seeds for planting in the next season.