Helianthus Astra Gold

Helianthus ‘Astra Gold’ brings a bold twist to the classic sunflower, with its feathery, shredded petals creating a wild and untamed look. This tall, branching variety produces an abundance of flowers throughout summer — adding height, movement, and golden energy to your borders.

🌸 Flowering: July to September

📏 Height: 150-170cm

🌿Annual

SOW: start indoors in February or March in individual pots or modules, about 1cm deep, at around 20°C. Germination takes 1–2 weeks. In milder areas, you can also sow outdoors in April, either in pots or direct where they’re to flower.

GROW: harden off and plant out once frosts have passed, spacing them 40–50cm apart. Keep well watered and choose a sunny, open spot. Stake tall varieties, especially if you're using them as a screen or windbreak.

ENJOY: a splash of spectacular — impressive at the back of the border or dotted through a wilder planting scheme. The unusual blooms also make striking, long-lasting cut flowers.