Sunflowers are tall, cheerful blooms that bring bold color and pollinators to your garden. Most are golden yellow, but some varieties come in gorgeous shades of orange, red, or even burgundy.

Originally cultivated by Native Americans around 3,000 B.C., sunflower is a native North American plant that has become a worldwide favorite, valued for its beauty as well as its numerous uses, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Growing sunflowers from seeds can seem intimidating to novice and seasoned gardeners alike. Many ...

When you hear "sunflowers," the idea of growing them in pots may be the furthest thing from your mind. But there are many types of sunflowers, and some of them perform admirably in a pot, provided ...

If you're looking to add a dose of summer cheer to your garden this season, you can't go wrong with growing sunflowers. The bright blooms are the epitome of summer, and are sure to add an instant ...

Growing giant sunflowers isn't just about picking a big variety, you also need to think carefully about placement, irrigation ...

Few flowers capture the essence of summer quite like the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). With their towering stalks, golden petals, and sunny disposition — literally, thanks to their habit of turning ...

Planting a sunflower field for dove season is easier than you think. Joe Genzel If you didn’t grow up on a farm, it may seem like a daunting task to plant your own sunflower field for the September ...

Although Helen Keller had never actually seen a sunflower, she still learned something from the amazing plants. “Keep your face to the sunshine so you cannot see the shadows,” she wrote. “That’s what ...

Mary Wanza a worker at Kabiruini Show Ground in Nyeri inspects sunflowers during the ongoing Agriculture show at Kabiru-ini grounds in Nyeri. [Kibata Kihu, Standard] Sunflowers grow faster taking ...