{"product_id":"heritage-sunflower-velvet-queen","title":"Sunflower Velvet Queen","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHISTORY\u003cbr\u003e\nThe nearly black center of this rich maroon sunflower has been described “as if it were unshorn velvet” (John Gerard). Every part of the sunflower was used by Native Americans and pioneer families. New shoots were eaten like asparagus, seeds were eaten or pressed for oil, leaves were used as fodder, petals produce a good quality dye, and fibers from stalks were used to make cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHABIT\u003cbr\u003e\nThese 6-foot tall sunflowers are well-branched and free-flowering, making them ideal for cutting. Continuous bloom from mid-summer until frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCULTURE\u003cbr\u003e\nSow seeds directly outdoors in a sunny location 2 weeks after last spring frost. Cover seed with 1\/4 inch of fine soil. Thin to 18 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants Hart's Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Retail Packet","offer_id":50180545872158,"sku":"FSUNVELQ","price":2.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3922\/5118\/files\/HeritageSunflowerVelvetQueen_023497679405_FRONT.jpg?v=1758905659","url":"https:\/\/plantshartsseeds.com\/products\/heritage-sunflower-velvet-queen","provider":"Plants Hart's Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}