Photo by Camille Newsom
Sunflowers are native to much of North America. They are an important agriculture crop with more than 1 million acres grown in the United States each year, primarily for oil and bird seed. The seeds are inexpensive and easy to find at garden centers and in seed catalogues. Plant breeders have developed varieties in a wide range of colors, patterns and sizes. They can be white, green, pink, yellow, orange, red, bronze or brown with heights ranging from a mere 20 inches tall up to 20 feet or more. Sunflowers attract pollinators and provide feed for birds. Collect the seeds and keep sunflowers growing in your garden or field for years to come. For more information, CLICK HERE;