Helianthus Chocolat

Helianthus ‘Chocolat’ is rich, velvety, and utterly striking — with deep chocolate petals touched with hints of gold. The blooms, 12–15 cm across, are borne on a branching, free-flowering plant that’s not as tall as other sunflowers and will even tolerate a little shade. Beautiful, unusual, and easy to grow — a real standout for borders or bouquets.

🌸 Flowering: July to September

📏 Height: 70-100cm

🌿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 dramatic, mid-sized sunflower with blooms that look almost too rich to be real. Excellent for cutting and adds depth to summer arrangements.