Firecracker Sunflower Seeds – Compact Multi-Color Dwarf Variety
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Firecracker Sunflower Seeds – Compact Multi-Color Dwarf Variety
Firecracker Sunflower Seeds – Compact Multi-Color Dwarf Variety
Features
Direct sow 1/2 inch deep in well-drained soil with full sun.
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Add an explosion of colour to small spaces with Firecracker Sunflower Seeds (Helianthus annuus). Unlike the giant sunflowers that tower overhead, Firecracker is a compact, multi-flowered, early-blooming dwarf variety — each plant produces multiple blooms in fiery shades of red, orange, and golden yellow. Looks like a burst of fireworks in a single plant, and fits anywhere from balconies to children's gardens.
Why You'll Love Firecracker
- Compact 24–36 inch (2–3 ft) habit — perfect for pots, balconies, and small gardens
- Multi-flowered — each plant produces dozens of blooms across the season
- Fiery red, orange, and golden-yellow mix — like fireworks captured in flowers
- Early-blooming — enjoy flowers fast (60–70 days from sowing)
- Beginner-friendly — easy to grow, germinates quickly, low maintenance
- Pollinator magnet — attracts bees, butterflies, and small birds
- Excellent for children's gardens, containers, balcony pots, and front-of-border
- Long-lasting cut flowers for casual bouquets
Growing in Pakistan
Firecracker is a warm-season annual that grows well across Pakistan with succession planting. Sow February to April in plain regions (Punjab, Sindh) for spring-to-summer blooms, and September to October for autumn flowers. In cooler northern hill areas, sow April to June for summer flowering. Direct-sow seeds 1/2 inch deep in well-drained soil. Space plants 10–12 inches apart for fuller, bushier displays. Germination takes 7–10 days at 68–77°F (20–25°C). Water consistently and feed with balanced fertilizer at sowing. Pinch the central stem when seedlings reach 6–8 inches to encourage even more branching and flowers. Works beautifully in 10–12 inch pots on balconies and patios.
Plant Features
- Petal colour: Multi-color mix of red, orange, and golden-yellow
- Face colour: Dark
- Stem type: Multi-branching (many flowers per plant)
- Height: 24–36 inches (2–3 ft)
- Flower size: 3–4 inches across
- Maturity: Early — 60–70 days from sow to bloom
- Best for: Pots, balconies, small gardens, children's gardens, front-of-border, casual bouquets
