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Sunflower Seeds Mammoth Grey Stripe

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Sunflower "Grey Stripe" is the really big one--8-12 ft. tall; blooms up to 12" across. Birds love seed. Annual.
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SKU HGSG
Common Name Sunflower
Botanical Name Helianthus annuus
Plant Type/Life Cycle Annual
Seeds Per Pound 3,050
Bloom Time Summer
Primary Flower Color Yellow
Light Requirements Full Sun, Mostly Sunny, Half Sun / Half Shade
Days to Germination 10-20 days depending on soil and weather conditions.
Days to Bloom Blooms in 100-110 days
Estimated Mature Height 96-144 inches tall (8-12 feet)
Soil Moisture Dry, Average, Moist/Wet, Well Draining
Will Tolerate Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Clay Soil, Moist/Wet Soil, Drought/Dry Soil
Ships As Seed
Ideal Growing Region Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, West, Pacific NorthWest
Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Suggested Uses Hedge / Screen, Showy Flowers, Extended Blooms, Easy to Grow
Additional Advantages Average flower size is 10-15" but can reach up to 24" across.
Edible? Yes
Is It Storable? Yes - You can store your seed in any cool (not freezing) dry place that is not subject to extreme temperature variations.
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Description
With huge flowers (often 10 or 12" inches across) these garden giants are hybrids developed for seed production (Sunflower oil, bird seed, etc.) But we've had so many requests for them, we now have them available for meadow planting. Remember, these are the ones that grow from 8 to a whopping 12 ft. tall, so unless you're planting them alone, scatter them throughout your meadow, or use them as a background screen. Kids love watching them grow so fast and so tall, and of course, they're magnets for songbirds. Enjoy!
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        10/19/2010
         
        3.0

        A West Virginia Review

        By Huntington Fox Fire KOA

        from Milton, W.V.

        About Me Casual Hobbyist, Getting Started

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Large Bulb Size
        • Long Bloom Time
        • Low Maintenance

        Cons

        • Susceptible to Pests

        Best Uses

        • Border Control
        • Cut Flowers
        • Erosion Control
        • Large Areas

        Comments about American Meadows Sunflower Seeds Mammoth Grey Stripe:

        I bought 5 lbs. of seeds for use as decoration on the campground that my family owns and operates. I used aprox. 3 lbs. along a retaining wall for a swim lake that also borders the adjacent property. The others I used in front of a barn for decor. The results were varied to say the least. All of the seeds planted seemed to sprout with no problem at all. All were evenly spaced in rows where planted. Along the side of the barn I had excellent results with the seeds. almost every plant reached between 8-10 feet with blooms of almost a foot in width.(Until a thunderstorm destroyed them... but they looked great and I still harvested the seeds) However, the ones along the bank of the pond took twice as long to grow. Some of them never grew higher than two feet while some reached 7 feet. The blooms weren't nearly as impressive. All in all I would purchase again and most likely will for the 2011 season.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        10/15/2010
         
        5.0

        Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflower, The King

        By Lunar Planter

        from Emergration Canyon, UT

        About Me Getting Started

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Attracts snogbirds
        • Edible Seeds
        • Good for privacy screens
        • Grows Fast
        • Largest Flower I Ever saw
        • Long Bloom Time
        • Low Maintenance
        • Reliable Growth
        • Vivid Colors

        Cons

        • Susceptible to Pests

        Best Uses

        • Border Control
        • Large Areas
        • Seeds

        Comments about American Meadows Sunflower Seeds Mammoth Grey Stripe:

        Very easy to grow but very beautiful too! They are great for kids because of how high and big they get, but also because of how easy(kids like to watch plants grow but wont help take care of them normaly) they are to take care of! I have a big open field in my backyard that overlooks a large home that can see everything we do, so we also planted them to block the other houses view! The seeds taste great rosted with salt! They makes songbirds come in flocks:)! A big problem is that bids and pests will eat them none stop, put cheese cloth or nylon sock over the head of the plant to prevent this! If you do want to eat the seeds cut the head off(You need a tall guy to reach the head normaly, they get to 12ft. sometimes) then let them dry for a couple of days, then hit the back with a hammer or rub two heads! I would give them a 6 out of 5 just because of how they look and grow overall!

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        4/26/2010
         
        5.0

        i love sunflowers, and these are great!

        By jules

        from indiana

        About Me Getting Started

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        Pros

        • Accurate Instructions
        • Attractive
        • Fragrant
        • Hardy
        • Healthy
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Outdoors

          Comments about American Meadows Sunflower Seeds Mammoth Grey Stripe:

          these are super easy to grow and they look great!

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          4/25/2010
           
          5.0

          Super Cool, Easy to Grow, Massive!!!

          By Mr. Agave

          from Port Saint Lucie, FL

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          Pros

          • Accurate Instructions
          • Attractive
          • Hardy
          • Healthy

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Garden
            • Outdoors

            Comments about American Meadows Sunflower Seeds Mammoth Grey Stripe:

            Easy to Grow and no maintanance required. Just stick the seed in the ground and watch them grow.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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