Sunflowers can also be considered a “trap crop," meaning they may lure unwanted insects away from your vegetable crops.

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Expert journey of a sunflower, from field to oil, is a fascinating process powered by both nature and modern technology. The adventure begins in the sunny fields, where sunflowers are carefully grown ...

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Sunflowers (Helianthus) are members of the daisy family, with both perennial and annual species from the Americas. The annuals (H. annuus), in particular, are invaluable, grown both for their large ...

If you planted your first sunflower seed in a paper Dixie cup in kindergarten ... Giant cultivars grow to 8 feet or more with 12-14 inch flower heads and take 120 days to mature.

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Ideal for attracting pollinators, cornflowers are hardy annuals that flourish in sunny, well-drained spots. Sow directly into ...