Helianthus annuus. 80 to 100 days.
Peredovik is an annual sunflower that grows up to 6 feet tall and boasts beautiful large yellow flowers with copious amounts of shiny black seeds.
Relished by dove, quail, turkey, and songbirds for their meaty, oily seeds.
Ducks and other migrating fowl are also drawn to this variety, as the high fat content in the seeds helps them to quickly recover the energy they expend during long migrations.
An excellent addition to any bird-watchers garden, or for hunters looking to attract dove, quail, turkey, pheasant, and other fowl to their game-bird fields.
Deer also love this variety, so don't pass this one up if you're looking to attract a menagerie to your doorstep!
Peredovik Sunflower
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 10 Light Requirement: Full to partial sun Soil Type: Loamy, rich, well-draining Sow Depth: 1/2 inch Plant Spacing: 6 inches Germination Temp: 65°F to 70°F Germination Time: 6 to 10 days Bloom Time: Midsummer to first frost Growing Tips
Direct sow in early spring after danger of frost has passed. Plant seeds 6 inches apart, 1/2 inch deep in rows 36 inches apart. Germination will occur in 6-10 days. Thin to one plant every 24 inches once seedlings have reached about six inches tall.