sunflower seeds - A Selection

General description Watch a variety of birds come and go with this pack of black sunflower seeds. These seeds are easy to eat and high in oil and fat content, attracting a diverse range of birds such as tits, finches, and thrushes. Sunflower seeds are popular among many bird species and provide a high level of protein and essential oils, making them perfect for giving birds their daily energy boost. Their thinner shells make them quick and easy for birds to consume. Technical specifications

A thin on the skin, but big on the goodness straight seed that works as a fantastic all year round alternative to peanuts. Crammed with protein, and those oils that birds so desperately need to keep on flying high, it’s a seed you’ll grow to love. Easy to use either from a feeder or a feeding table, black sunflower seeds are sure to attract birds from the pot bellied nuthatch to the jazzily winged goldfinch. Once the birds have finished their meal, and left behind the husks of the

Unusual bicolour with dusky pink to ruby red flowers with creamy tips carried on well branching plants that are very early to flower.

Attract flights of feathery friends to your garden with these sunflower hearts from Johnston & Jeff. Ideal for keeping wild birds well-fed, these are perfect for use in a feeder or on a bird table and are great nutrition for almost all wild birds. Specifications Weight: 4kg

Bred for cut flower production, 'Moonshine' will produce loads of 12-15cm pale yellow flowers with typical black centres. Plants branch from the base, meaning you can fill a large space with only a few plants. Loved by bees in the summer and birds for their seeds in autumn. Easy to grow.

A no fuss, high energy bird feed that birds of all shapes and sizes will love. With the husks removed these sunflower hearts are also the perfect option for a feeding station, as they leave little in the way of mess. When birds munch on these energy cram-packed hearts, they munch on the thing, so when we say no mess, we really mean it. Blackbirds, dunnocks, and your everyday pigeon love this bird feed option, so it’s a great choice if you want a variety of birds in your garden. Features:

A superb sunflower which has F1 hybrid vigour and is early flowering. The dramatic golden yellow flowerheads, 30cm (12) in diameter are borne proudly above the tree-like stems and rich green leaves. Long-flowering, pollen free, and requires no staking. HA - Hardy annual. Medium/Tall variety. Height 2m (6 frac12;').

Sunflower 'Astra Rose' is a unique variety with a distinctive flower form and colour. Semi-double flowers with slender ray florets surround a fluffy chocolate centre. The petals emerge in soft cream before transforming into apricot/pink creating a subtle, vintage palette that is perfect for that cottage garden look. A multi-branching sunflower, Helianthus annuus 'Astra Rose' produces lots of heads over a much longer season than single stem types – just keep up with the dead-heading. Place it

General description As the name suggests, the Helianthus annus Sunflower High Hopes is a very tall growing variety of sunflower that is fun and easy to grow, making it perfect for children. The flowers are huge and will last throughout the summer, blooming until the first frosts when grown in a sheltered sunny location. This variety is ideal for hot sunny gardens and is attractive to bees. Additionally, the ripened seeds are edible, adding to its appeal. Technical specifications Position: Full

A dwarf, multi-headed sunflower producing an abundance of extraordinary flowers. An adorable addition to patios or borders and great for cutting too. Height 40-60cm (16-24). HA - Hardy annual. Easy to grow and a real favourite with children. Use petals and seeds in salads and cakes. In 2015 the RHS trialled Sunflowers and awarded this product the Award of Garden Merit, they said about this variety - striking double, large heads, rich yellow-orange, floriferous, performing well over a long

General description Attempt your own record-breaking Sunflowers with 'Tall Timbers'! This hybrid form of 'Russian Giant' offers improved vigor, reaching heights of up to 3m with no special care. 'Tall Timbers' produces impressive flowers with rich chocolatey centers, showcasing the archetypal sunshine yellow sunflowers that you’ll love. Ideal for cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and as cut flowers, some parts of these flowers are also edible. Try toasting the seed kernels for a healthy

Dustbin-lid-sized blooms up to 50cm (20) in diameter! Ideal for wildlife food and great for back of border. Height 3.5m (12'). HA - Hardy annual. Easy to grow and a real favourite with children. Flowers like very large daisies with brightly coloured petals. Pollen-free varieties are ideal for hayfever sufferers and for cutting. Use petals and seeds in salads and cakes.

A giant among annuals. Give them plenty of room and you will be rewarded with plants up to 3m (10ft) tall with huge yellow flowers often 30cm(12in) in diameter. Useful to grow against an unsightly shed or fence. Birds love the seeds so grow a few plants close to the house and watch them feed in the autumn. Flowers summer. Height 8-10ft.

Naturally dwarf plants with dark foliage and dark purple buds. A stunning cut flower! Height 50-60cm (20-24). HA - Hardy annual. Easy to grow and a real favourite with children. Flowers like very large daisies with brightly coloured petals. Pollen-free varieties are ideal for hayfever sufferers and for cutting. Use petals and seeds in salads and cakes.

A award-winning dwarf sunflower that will be sure to make an impact! Compact, bushy plants bear an abundance of unique, semi-double blooms with feathery, sunshine-yellow petals. ?Lemon Cutie? is a pollen-free variety that produces long-lasting flowers measuring 10cm across. Great for sunny borders, patio containers and indoor vase displays. Height 50cm (20in). Spread: 40cm (16in).

Sunflower (small flower yellow) is a well-branched sunflower with lots of flowers. The yellow flowers have dark hearts and are quite small. This sunflower is suited as a cut flower and is a bee and butterfly magnet. Frequent picking stimulates longer flowering. Flowers August-September. Height 150-200cm (59-79); spread 70-80cm (27-31). Culinary tip: This flower is edible. Edible flowers are always best when picked fresh from the garden. They'll taste even better if you can pick them early in