Due to their size and relative ease to grow, sunflowers have always been a fun plant to grow. Sunflower Solar Eclipse however takes this to the next level with its breathtaking flowering display reminiscent of a solar eclipse. This hardy annual fits well with cottage and wildlife garden displays and also looks great as a cut flower.Sow March to May. Sow thinly, 12mm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in well cultivated soil raked to a fine tilth. Germination usually takes around 21 days.Alternatively, you can sow indoors in late winter/early spring for earlier flowering. Sow individually into 7.5cm (3in) pots at 20-30C (68-86F). When well grown, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost. When large enough to handle, thin seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart.Product Specifications:Position: Full SunHeight: Up to 180cm when fully establishedSpread: Up to 50cm when fully establishedSupplied as 1 packet of Sunflower Solar Eclipse seeds containing 20 seedsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).