Velvet Queen is a striking branching sunflower prized for its deep, velvety crimson and mahogany-red petals that shade toward bronze at the tips, surrounding a dark central disc. Growing five to seven feet tall and branching to produce many six-inch blooms, it offers one of the richest red tones available in an annual sunflower and is a favorite for dramatic cut-flower arrangements and pollinator gardens. This open-pollinated variety is easy to grow, heat tolerant, and attractive to bees. Its intense coloring pairs beautifully with the warm yellows and bronzes of other sunflowers, making Velvet Queen a designer favorite for adding depth to permaculture flower borders and late-summer cutting beds.
Flavor Profile
Grown as an ornamental and cut flower; sets edible seed enjoyed by birds.
Visual Characteristics
Branching 5-7 foot plants bearing many 6 inch deep crimson-mahogany blooms shading to bronze around a dark disc.
Growing Tips
Provide full sun for the deepest color and cut blooms regularly to prolong flowering. Tolerates heat well.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.