Garden Seeds
‘Snack Seed’ Edible Sunflower Seeds
Sold by Annie’s Annuals & Perennials · United States
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Snack Seed is a sunflower with a delicious second act. Classic golden petals encircle broad green disks that mature into heavy heads of large, plump kernels, bred for an especially sweet, nutty flavor. Strong 6–8-foot stalks give the garden a bold midsummer
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landmark while the open flowers welcome pollinators. When the centers dry, harvest the heads for home-roasted snacks—or share part of the crop with delighted birds. Botanical name: Helianthus annuus Life cycle: Annual Exposure: Full sun Sowing: Direct sow after frost or start indoors several weeks early Planting depth: 1 in. Germination: 8–10 days Mature height: 6–8 ft. Final spacing: 12–18 in. Approximate seed count: 19 Seed-starting help: Tiny seeds, large opinions. This variety can begin indoors or outside. Compare direct sowing with indoor seed starting , then check when to begin in your climate . Give this edible selection fertile soil and generous room so each flower head can fill. Find more useful and beautiful choices in our flower seed packets .