Sunflower 'Mini'

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Mini is generally regarded as a half hardy plant, so it will require protection in frosts and low temperatures. Mini needs a loamy and clay soil with a ph of 5.7 to 8.1 (weakly acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil).

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.49 inches (1.25 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 4.68 inches (12.0 cm) between Sunflower plants. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 13°C / 55°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Mini about 21 days before your last frost date.

Mini is half hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

The botanical epithet is from the Latin annuus meaning “annual”.¹

¹ Latin Dictionary