Sunflower with large stem and large, single flowers with dark center and petals dark reddish brown chocolate like colour. Annual up to 160cm.
It will make a good contrast in your garden along with the yellow varieties. It attracts bees, butterflies and birds. Prefers fertile, rich, neutral or alkaline soils.
Sow in place in spring. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
Edges, Cut flower, Gardening

| Flower colour | Brown |
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| Flowering period | Summer |
| Botanical name | Helianthus annuus chocolat |
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| Life cycle | Annual |
| Wildlife | Bees, Butterflies, Birds |
| Sowing period | Spring |
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| Germination (days) | 5-10 |
| Average germination (%) | 80 |
| Seeds per gram | 30 |
| Type of use | Edges, Cut flower, Gardening |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Sun |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil type | Fertile, Rich |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | Non hardy |
| Watering | Frequent |
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