Sunflower – Plum “Helianthus annuus”

Soft sunset tones with a plum twist!

Helianthus annuus ‘ProCut Plum’ is a premium pollen-free sunflower bred especially for cut flower lovers. Its blooms shimmer in delicate shades of creamy yellow blending into rich plum, peach, and rose tones — a sophisticated twist on the classic sunflower! Fast-growing and uniform, this single-stemmed variety is perfect for bouquet work and a dream for florists and growers alike.

🌱 How to Grow:

Sowing Time (South Africa):
Spring to early summer (September–December)
Sow directly in garden beds once soil warms up, or start in trays and transplant carefully.

Germination:
7–10 days at 18–25°C
Cover seeds lightly with soil (about 1 cm deep).
Keep soil moist until germination.

Transplanting:
Transplant when seedlings are 10–15 cm tall — handle carefully, as sunflowers dislike root disturbance.
Space 15–30 cm apart, depending on desired stem thickness.

🌞 Position:
Full sun — needs 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Sunflowers thrive in open, warm spots.

🪨 Soil:
Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost.
pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline (6.0–7.5).
Avoid soggy or overly acidic soil.

💧 Watering:
Moderate water needs — deep water 1–2 times a week.
Let the top layer of soil dry slightly between watering.

🌼 Flowering Time:
Blooms about 55–65 days from sowing.
Expect flowers from mid-summer onwards.

📏 Height & Spread:
120–150 cm tall
25–40 cm spread
Single-stemmed with one large bloom per plant.

🌿 Top Tips:

• Stagger sowing every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest.

• No need to pinch — plants are naturally tall and straight.

• Harvest just as petals begin to lift for longest vase life.

• Pollen-free = no mess in bouquets!

🐝 Pollinator Friendly:
While pollen-free, bees still enjoy visiting the blooms!

🔥 Why Grow ProCut Plum?
✔️ Stunning, soft-toned blooms for premium bouquets
✔️ Quick and uniform flowering — perfect for market growers
✔️ Heat-tolerant and fast-growing
✔️ Pollen-free for cleaner arrangements
✔️ A unique, elegant sunflower for summer gardens

Add a soft, moody glow to your floral displays with Helianthus ‘ProCut Plum’ — it’s the sunflower with serious style!