Minimum Seed Count: 20 Soft, fluffy, and packed with blooms, Teddy Bear Sunflower is one of the most charming sunflowers you can grow.Unlike tall single-stem giants, this compact variety produces fully double, pom-pom style golden blooms that look almost like plush cushions. The dense, ruffled flowers give it a “teddy bear” texture that stands out in borders, containers, and garden beds. Long-lasting blooms also make it a great choice for cut flower arrangements and pollinator-friendly gardens. Plant Details Species: Helianthus annuus Plant Type: Annual sunflower Height: 2–3 feet Bloom Size: 4–6 inches (double blooms) Bloom Color: Bright golden yellow Growth Habit: Bushy, multi-branching, compact Growing Guide Starting Seeds Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Plant seeds ½–1 inch deep. Germination occurs in 7–14 days. Can also be started indoors 2–3 weeks early for earlier blooms. Planting Choose a location with full sun. Space plants 12–18 inches apart. Plant in well-drained soil with moderate fertility. Avoid overcrowding to encourage branching and more blooms. Growing Conditions Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) Average, well-drained soil Moderate watering (avoid waterlogged conditions) Tolerates heat well once established Care Water regularly during early growth. Light feeding encourages stronger branching and more flowers. Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering period. Staking is usually not required due to compact size. Harvesting / Blooming Blooms appear mid to late summer. Cut flowers when fully open for arrangements. Plants continue producing multiple blooms over time. 🌻 With its soft, double-petaled flowers and compact growth habit, Teddy Bear Sunflower brings a playful, ornamental feel to the garden while still supporting pollinators and providing long-lasting color all season long.
