Moyses Stevens

Flower care / Sunflower

Sunflower care

Sunflowers are pure cheer — big, bold, golden faces on sturdy stems that bring instant warmth to a room.

Sunflower

Season

June–October

Vase life

Moderate

Sourcing

Seasonal

Difficulty

Easy

How to care for them

Re-cut the thick stems and strip lower leaves. Use plenty of cool water — sunflowers are thirsty and drink fast.

Common questions

The big head is heavy and the stem drinks quickly — keep the water full and shorten the stem to reduce the strain.