Sunflower 'Italian White'

This unique heritage variety has 4ins blooms with creamy white petals which shade to a ring of soft yellow around a dark chocolate centre. Its flower size and multi-branching habit make it one of the best for flower arrangements and bouquets. (4ft)

Sowing Instructions

Sow outdoors in spring in well cultivated soil. Sow 1/2in deep and 12 ins apart. For earlier flowering, sow indoors in individual pots. When well grown, gradually harden off and plant out after the last frosts. They prefer a sunny, open site but will grow almost anywhere. To prolong the flowering period, make two sowings 14 days apart. Leave some flowerheads to feed the birds in autumn and early winter.