{"product_id":"sunflower-earthwalker","title":"Sunflower Seeds - Earthwalker","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"aonsk-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthwalker fills tall, branching stems with warm shades of copper, orange, mahogany and red around dark centers. Several blooms develop on each plant, giving the border a changing display and providing stems for late-summer bouquets. Its earthy colors pair beautifully with gold flowers and autumn foliage. Give this open-pollinated sunflower a sunny place with room to branch, and leave some finished heads standing for birds and the next season's seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWarm autumn colors on tall, branching plants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helianthus annuus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity or display:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75-85 days to flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-7.5 ft. tall; branching stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 in between plants; rows 24 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the variety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthwalker is an open-pollinated selection of the annual sunflower, a species native to North America and domesticated by Indigenous peoples. Its branching habit produces a succession of flowers rather than a single giant head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStarting seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow 1\/2 in. deep after frost in warm soil. Sprouts in 7-14 days. Thin to 12 in.; rows 24 in. Give full sun, drained soil and regular water; stake in wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare through the season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater deeply during establishment and dry weather, and leave enough space for the branches to develop. Tall plants may need staking in exposed sites. Removing spent blooms can extend the display; reserve several healthy heads if saving seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvest and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlooms in about 75-85 days. Cut newly opening flowers into clean water. For seed, let heads brown and dry; protect from birds. Isolate other sunflowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSaving seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnual sunflowers are insect-pollinated and readily cross with other Helianthus annuus varieties. For seed that resembles the parent population, isolate flowering varieties or use controlled pollination. Collect from several healthy plants after the heads turn brown and the seeds are full and firm. Dry thoroughly before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirds and rodents may remove newly sown seed or ripening heads. Protect vulnerable stages with suitable mesh, keeping pollinators able to reach open flowers. Avoid saturated soil and crowded foliage; inspect for leaf spots and damaged stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen will it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e75-85 days to flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I keep the display healthy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater deeply during establishment and dry weather, and leave enough space for the branches to develop. Tall plants may need staking in exposed sites. Removing spent blooms can extend the display; reserve several healthy heads if saving seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I save seed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnual sunflowers are insect-pollinated and readily cross with other Helianthus annuus varieties. For seed that resembles the parent population, isolate flowering varieties or use controlled pollination. Collect from several healthy plants after the heads turn brown and the seeds are full and firm. Dry thoroughly before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alliance of Native Seedkeepers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52508652929326,"sku":"FL216","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/7428\/5870\/files\/shutterstock_2675523603.jpg?v=1791491955","url":"https:\/\/www.allianceofnativeseedkeepers.com\/products\/sunflower-earthwalker","provider":"Alliance of Native Seedkeepers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}