{"id":10094524360,"title":"Sunflower Seeds - Maximilian","handle":"sunflower-maximilian-flower-seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e90 - 110 days. Maximilian sunflower seeds grow a playful and unique perennial variation on a classic summertime favorite. Maximilian seeds grow hardy, drought tolerant sunflowers reaching as high as 48 – 96” tall with dazzling, golden bushels of 3” daisy-like blooms. Maximilian seeds are an ideal grow to highlight and accent the back of a garden, fence, siding, or any wide open space. Maximilian sunflower seeds grow fun, floral shop favorites used to brightly excite any seasonal fresh cut arrangement, basket, or bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Maximilian Sunflower Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Helianthus maximiliani\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow Indoors or Outdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunflower seeds are generally fast, easy to grow and most commonly sown directly outdoors, but Maximilian seeds are rare perennial sunflowers and will benefit from an 8 – 10 week start indoors prior to the final frost. Germination will take about 10 – 14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 - 110 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 – 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2 – 3 seeds ½\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 – 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 – 96” tall branching upright, 18 – 24” wide with 3” daisy-like blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average, loamy, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiseases\/Pests\/Troubleshooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximilian sunflower is known to thrive in poor soils. Growth is vigorous, yet can be unpredictable with a 48 – 60” difference between the tallest and shortest of mature plants. Plan your garden accordingly and plant all Maximilian seeds at the north end of the garden. Monitor regularly for caterpillars and beetles, but no serious pests or disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright golden yellow daisy-like blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower seeds are generally fast, easy to grow and most commonly sown directly outdoors, but Maximilian seeds will benefit from an 8 – 10 week start indoors. Start Maximilian sunflower seeds in peat pellets or starter trays 8 – 10 weeks before last frost. Germination will take about 10 – 14 days. For direct sowing, plant 2 – 3 Maximilian seeds ½” deep and 18 – 24” apart in average, light, loamy, and well-drained soil in full sun. Maximilian sunflower is known to be drought tolerant and to thrive in poor soils. Maximilian sunflower growth is vigorous, yet can be unpredictable with a 48 – 60” difference between the tallest and shortest of mature plants. Plan your garden accordingly and plant all Maximilian seeds at the north end of the garden. Monitor regularly for caterpillars and beetles, but Maximilian sunflower has no serious pests or disease. Maximilian sunflower seeds mature in 90 - 110 days as 48 – 96” tall branching uprights with an 18 – 24” spread boasting golden bushels of 3” daisy-like blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelianthus maximiliani\u003c\/em\u003e, or Maximilian sunflower, is native to the midwest and Great Plains of Missouri and central North America. The species \u003cem\u003emaximiliani\u003c\/em\u003e honors Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied, a German ethnographer, explorer, and naturalist who explored the uncharted American West along the Missouri river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","published_at":"2017-07-07T10:46:58-06:00","created_at":"2017-07-07T10:47:05-06:00","vendor":"Mountain Valley Seed Co.","type":"Flower Seeds","tags":["100-109 Days","90-99 Days","amp-test","Flower","flower_Sunflower","Full Sun","Non-GMO","Open Pollinated","Perennial","Seeds","Sunflower","Warmer","Yellow","Zone 10","Zone 4","Zone 5","Zone 6","Zone 7","Zone 8","Zone 9"],"price":822,"price_min":822,"price_max":1904,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":39993286024,"title":"1 oz","option1":"1 oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"34418","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":5478602637427,"product_id":10094524360,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-10-23T15:30:36-06:00","updated_at":"2018-10-23T15:30:46-06:00","alt":"Maximillian Sunflower","width":700,"height":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/maximillian-sunflower-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1540330246","variant_ids":[39993286024,39993286088]},"available":true,"name":"Sunflower Seeds - Maximilian - 1 oz","public_title":"1 oz","options":["1 oz"],"price":822,"weight":45,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"740006019865"},{"id":39993286088,"title":"4 oz","option1":"4 oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"34417","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":5478602637427,"product_id":10094524360,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-10-23T15:30:36-06:00","updated_at":"2018-10-23T15:30:46-06:00","alt":"Maximillian Sunflower","width":700,"height":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/maximillian-sunflower-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1540330246","variant_ids":[39993286024,39993286088]},"available":true,"name":"Sunflower Seeds - Maximilian - 4 oz","public_title":"4 oz","options":["4 oz"],"price":1904,"weight":132,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"740006019858"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/maximillian-sunflower-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1540330246","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/non-gmo-sprouting-seed_4bc45584-84b4-494a-95d8-85d606ce1ebe.jpg?v=1540330252"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/products\/maximillian-sunflower-seed-wm_700.jpg?v=1540330246","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e90 - 110 days. Maximilian sunflower seeds grow a playful and unique perennial variation on a classic summertime favorite. Maximilian seeds grow hardy, drought tolerant sunflowers reaching as high as 48 – 96” tall with dazzling, golden bushels of 3” daisy-like blooms. Maximilian seeds are an ideal grow to highlight and accent the back of a garden, fence, siding, or any wide open space. Maximilian sunflower seeds grow fun, floral shop favorites used to brightly excite any seasonal fresh cut arrangement, basket, or bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Maximilian Sunflower Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Helianthus maximiliani\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow Indoors or Outdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunflower seeds are generally fast, easy to grow and most commonly sown directly outdoors, but Maximilian seeds are rare perennial sunflowers and will benefit from an 8 – 10 week start indoors prior to the final frost. Germination will take about 10 – 14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 - 110 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 – 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2 – 3 seeds ½\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 – 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 – 96” tall branching upright, 18 – 24” wide with 3” daisy-like blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average, loamy, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiseases\/Pests\/Troubleshooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximilian sunflower is known to thrive in poor soils. Growth is vigorous, yet can be unpredictable with a 48 – 60” difference between the tallest and shortest of mature plants. Plan your garden accordingly and plant all Maximilian seeds at the north end of the garden. Monitor regularly for caterpillars and beetles, but no serious pests or disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright golden yellow daisy-like blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower seeds are generally fast, easy to grow and most commonly sown directly outdoors, but Maximilian seeds will benefit from an 8 – 10 week start indoors. Start Maximilian sunflower seeds in peat pellets or starter trays 8 – 10 weeks before last frost. Germination will take about 10 – 14 days. For direct sowing, plant 2 – 3 Maximilian seeds ½” deep and 18 – 24” apart in average, light, loamy, and well-drained soil in full sun. Maximilian sunflower is known to be drought tolerant and to thrive in poor soils. Maximilian sunflower growth is vigorous, yet can be unpredictable with a 48 – 60” difference between the tallest and shortest of mature plants. Plan your garden accordingly and plant all Maximilian seeds at the north end of the garden. Monitor regularly for caterpillars and beetles, but Maximilian sunflower has no serious pests or disease. Maximilian sunflower seeds mature in 90 - 110 days as 48 – 96” tall branching uprights with an 18 – 24” spread boasting golden bushels of 3” daisy-like blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelianthus maximiliani\u003c\/em\u003e, or Maximilian sunflower, is native to the midwest and Great Plains of Missouri and central North America. The species \u003cem\u003emaximiliani\u003c\/em\u003e honors Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied, a German ethnographer, explorer, and naturalist who explored the uncharted American West along the Missouri river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e"}