Sunflower 'Soraya'

Helianthus annuus · Asteraceae · Annual

Sunflower 'Soraya'

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'Soraya' sunflower is a brilliant annual variety distinguished by the rare purity of its bright orange, quite different from the more usual orange-yellow tones found in sunflowers. A branching type, it produces an abundance of 10 to 15 cm flowers on long stems, creating a lively, structured, and intensely luminous presence in the garden throughout the summer. Each plant can offer between 20 and 25 flowering stems, making it an exceptional choice for cut flower enthusiasts as well as for gardeners who wish to create generous and energetic flowerbeds. Very attractive to pollinators, it enlivens outdoor spaces with a constant coming and going of bees and beneficial insects, while adding an ecological dimension to its strong visual impact. Easy to grow, it tolerates various growing conditions well, provided the soil is rich, well-drained, and the exposure is very sunny. Its tall habit and elegant branching allow it to occupy space with grace, without heaviness, forming a spectacular floral mass. Its edible petals also add an original touch to certain culinary presentations. It is a floriferous, luminous, and generous variety, ideal for a lively, vibrant garden full of cut flowers.

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Growing conditions

Watering
Regular
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Germination temperature
16 to 18 °C (61 to 64 °F)
Germination (days)
7 to 14 days

Growth & dimensions

Spread
40 cm (16 in)
Height
6 ft (1.8 m)
Sowing depth
1.5 to 2.5 cm (0.6 to 1 in.)

Flowering & harvest

Flowering
July to September
Sowing period
April to May indoors or late May outdoors
Harvest
10 to 12 weeks after sowing
Use
Cut flowers, edible, borders, pollinator garden
Companion plants
Cosmos, zinnia, rudbeckia, monarda
Incompatible plants
None known