Pick sunflower seeds when heads droop, turn yellow-brown, and petals fall—usually late summer. Cut heads with stem, dry upside down indoors, then rub seeds out once dry. Roast plain seeds 5–7 mins at ...

Sunny yellow sunflowers are commonly grown as ornamentals and cut flowers, and their nectar-filled blooms attract pollinators, too. Bonus: after their flowers fade, sunflowers continue to reward ...

The towering faces have started to bow, petals crisping, birds already casing the joint. You want seeds for next year — fat, viable, true to type — but ...

A field of sunflowers lines a rustic fencepost, showcasing the bold color and classic charm of one of the world's most recognizable flowers. Their vibrant presence adds warmth and visual impact to any ...

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Collecting and saving seeds is a fun and economical way to grow your garden year after year. Gardens everywhere are withering as the days shorten and cooler weather sets in. Foliage begins to droop, ...

Now that your vegetables and flowers have almost finished their growing cycle, it is time to think about saving seeds for next year. Saving seeds has several benefits. You can save money. You can ...

What's more striking than a dramatic sunflower heralding the long, glorious days of summer? An entire hedge of the cheerful blooms. However, a sunflower hedge doesn't just add a pretty focal point to ...