{"product_id":"sunflower-teddybear","title":"Sunflower - Teddybear","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eMinimum Seed Count: 20\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eSoft, fluffy, and packed with blooms, Teddy Bear Sunflower is one of the most charming sunflowers you can grow.\u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike tall single-stem giants, this compact variety produces fully double, pom-pom style golden blooms that look almost like plush cushions. The dense, ruffled flowers give it a “teddy bear” texture that stands out in borders, containers, and garden beds. Long-lasting blooms also make it a great choice for cut flower arrangements and pollinator-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"530\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"754\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eSpecies: \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"610\"\u003ePlant Type: Annual sunflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eHeight: 2–3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eBloom Size: 4–6 inches (double blooms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eBloom Color: Bright golden yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Bushy, multi-branching, compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eStarting Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eDirect sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"883\"\u003ePlant seeds ½–1 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eGermination occurs in 7–14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eCan also be started indoors 2–3 weeks early for earlier blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"999\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eChoose a location with full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eSpace plants 12–18 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003ePlant in well-drained soil with moderate fertility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eAvoid overcrowding to encourage branching and more blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eFull sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eAverage, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eModerate watering (avoid waterlogged conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eTolerates heat well once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eWater regularly during early growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eLight feeding encourages stronger branching and more flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eDeadhead spent blooms to extend flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eStaking is usually not required due to compact size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eHarvesting \/ Blooming\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eBlooms appear mid to late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003eCut flowers when fully open for arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003ePlants continue producing multiple blooms over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1972\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🌻 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1972\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eWith its soft, double-petaled flowers and compact growth habit, Teddy Bear Sunflower brings a playful, ornamental feel to the garden while still supporting pollinators and providing long-lasting color all season long.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beebe Seed Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49826893627631,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/8451\/6335\/files\/1E2C8FEB-64ED-43D9-95FC-5397EFB1CE6C.jpg?v=1781910497","url":"https:\/\/beebeseeds.com\/products\/sunflower-teddybear","provider":"Beebe Seed Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}