Distinctive Gray Seeds
Produces attractive gray-striped sunflower seeds that give this variety its distinctive appearance.
Estimated Delivery:Nov 22 - Nov 26
Free Shipping on All Orders
Gray Mongolian Sunflower is an ornamental sunflower variety admired for its large flower heads, distinctive gray-striped seeds, and tall, impressive growth habit. It adds a bold visual display to garden borders, flower beds, and outdoor landscapes. This sunflower is also valued for its attractive seed heads, which can provide food for birds and support garden wildlife when mature.
Produces attractive gray-striped sunflower seeds that give this variety its distinctive appearance.
Develops impressive sunflower heads with bright yellow petals and prominent central discs.
Grows into a tall, upright plant that creates an eye-catching feature in outdoor gardens.
Mature seed heads can attract birds and provide a natural food source for garden wildlife.
| Scientific Name | Helianthus annuus |
| Common Name | Gray Mongolian Sunflower |
| Plant Family | Asteraceae |
| Seed Type | Annual Flower Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Tall, upright annual flowering plant |
| Flower Color | Yellow petals with a dark central disc |
| Seed Color | Gray to gray-striped (variety dependent) |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally grown as an annual across USDA zones |
| Planting Season | Spring to early summer, after frost danger has passed |
| Seed Starting | Direct sowing outdoors or start indoors in individual containers |
| Germination Time | Approximately 7–14 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 21–29°C (70–85°F) |
| Sunlight | Full sun, ideally 6–8 hours daily |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter |
| Watering | Regular watering, especially during establishment and flowering |
| Mature Plant Size | Varies by strain and growing conditions; confirm with supplier |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 45–60 cm, adjusted for mature plant size |
Bring height, color, and natural beauty to your garden with Gray Mongolian Sunflowers. Their impressive flower heads, distinctive gray-striped seeds, and tall growth habit make them an attractive choice for sunny outdoor spaces. Provide suitable soil, regular watering, and plenty of sunlight to encourage healthy plant development and flowering.
Discover helpful information about Gray Mongolian Sunflower seed germination, plant growth, and seed harvesting.
Gray Mongolian Sunflower seeds generally germinate within 7–14 days under suitable conditions. Sow them in warm, moist, well-drained soil and provide adequate sunlight after seedlings emerge.
Plant height depends on the specific strain, soil quality, sunlight, and growing conditions. This variety is described as a tall-growing sunflower, so provide sufficient garden space and support plants if they become exposed to strong winds.
Harvest sunflower seeds when the flower head begins to turn brown and the back of the head becomes dry. The seeds should appear mature and firm. Cut the flower head, allow it to dry in a well-ventilated area, and remove the seeds for storage.