New! Classic variety, now with downy mildew resistance.
Compared to standard ProCut® Orange, ProCut® Orange DMR is taller and slightly later to bloom. Otherwise, the flower color, form, and uniformity are very similar. Pollenless. Single stem. NOTE: Downy mildew in sunflowers persists in infected soils and is especially problematic in cool, wet soils. Symptoms include damping-off, stunting of plants, yellowing of leaves, and the presence of downy, white mildew on the undersides of the leaves. Ht. 64–74". Avg. 400 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 7-14 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C)
SOWING: Direct seed (recommended) – After last frost. Transplant – Sow in final container 3-4 weeks prior to planting out. Dislikes root disturbance.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT: Varies.
PLANT SPACING: 4-24". Single-stem varieties space 4-6" apart. Branching varieties space 18-24" apart.
HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.
HARVEST: Fresh – Flowers are just beginning to open. Dried – Flowers are completely open. Hang or use silica gel.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Light, well-drained soil. Excessive nitrogen may cause plants to grow too vigorously with abnormal flower shapes.
NOTES: Flower size and stem diameter are controlled by plant spacing, temperature, soil type, and day length. For early and late season production, select varieties that are day-length neutral or are noted as suitable for flowering under short days.
USES: Excellent cut flower or for gardens.
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