Organic Hopi Black Sunflower Seeds

£2.45

The Hopi Black Sunflower is a heirloom variety stewarded by the Hopi people who used its dye in fabrics for basketry. Easy to grow and with branching stems that can also be used for cutting, this variety is a wonderful addition to the dye and ornamental garden. Growing up to 3m in height with spectacular large flower heads, the seeds can be harvested to produce a beautifully rich dark purple dye.

Approximate seed count: 25

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The Hopi Black Sunflower is a heirloom variety stewarded by the Hopi people who used its dye in fabrics for basketry. Easy to grow and with branching stems that can also be used for cutting, this variety is a wonderful addition to the dye and ornamental garden. Growing up to 3m in height with spectacular large flower heads, the seeds can be harvested to produce a beautifully rich dark purple dye.

Approximate seed count: 25

The Hopi Black Sunflower is a heirloom variety stewarded by the Hopi people who used its dye in fabrics for basketry. Easy to grow and with branching stems that can also be used for cutting, this variety is a wonderful addition to the dye and ornamental garden. Growing up to 3m in height with spectacular large flower heads, the seeds can be harvested to produce a beautifully rich dark purple dye.

Approximate seed count: 25

When to sow: March to June

Spacing: 30 x 30cm

Summary: Sow into 9cm pots from March and plant out after last frost (usually mid-May). Alternatively direct sow outdoors from May – June.

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