'Vanilla Ice' brings a creamy, light yellow color to the garden and your tabletop arrangement. Sweet 3"–5" flowers bloom on multi-branched, 5' tall plants that are lovely in a moonlit garden. Sunflowers are practically care-free, very easy to grow, and provide months of color. Sunflowers are edible, with a bittersweet flavor. The petals add a pretty pop of color ion salads and desserts. The young, sunflower buds are edible, with a flavor similar to artichoke hearts. They can be grilled, marinated, or sauteed for an unusual appetizer or side dish. Drought tolerant once established, and pollinators love them! Variety Info Family: Asteraceae Type: Sunflower Native: North America Hardiness: Annual Exposure: Full sun Bloom Period: Summer to frost Plant Dimensions: 5' tall Variety Info: 3"–5" wide, creamy, light yellow flowers Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant Sowing Info When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. When to Start Inside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sunflowers are senstive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground. Days to Emerge: 10–15 days Seed Depth: ¼"–½" Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18"–24" Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"
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