Maya Sunflower - 3605

Direct sow in early spring after the danger of frost has passed. Can be sown as late as 100 days before killing frost. Requires full sun, adapted to a wide range of soil types but prefers well drained soil with a ph of 6.5 - 7.5. Fertilizer should coincide with plants needs & general health. If needed apply fertilizer at a rate of 2 - 2½ lbs of actual nitrogen per 1,000 sq. ft. as a side dressing before the plants reach 1 foot in height. First blooms appear 60 - 90 days after emergence. Harvest bouquets in early morning or late afternoon hours. Collect flowers that are the almost completely open. Remove leaves below water line. The cut flowers have a vase life of 6 to 10 days. Sequential plantings every 2 - 4 weeks apart will provide continuous color and bouquets. Overhead watering is not recommended. Average Planting Success: 80% Height: 3 - 4 feet Germination: 7 - 21 days Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 68°F - ­86 °F Sowing Depth: 1/4 inch Blooming Period: May - November Average Seeds Per Pound: 251,000 Seeds/Pkt: 50 - covers 100 sq. ft. 1 oz Covers: 908 sq.ft. 1/4 pound Covers: 3,630 1 Pound Covers: 14,520 sq.ft Seeding Rate: 3 lbs. per acre Blooms are 4 to 6 inches - Single