Sunflower, Zaria

Annual. Helianthus annuus. 30 seeds per packet

Looking to grow your own sunflower seeds for roasting or oil? This is the pick. We originally sourced these seeds through Experimental Farm Network and this cultivar was specifically advertised as an "oilseed" sunflower. Seeds are reportedly 45% oil by weight, which makes them a great choice for those looking to grow their own seeds for oil. They are also delicious roasted, and of course, are borne on beautiful large yellow flowers that support pollinators. Plants grow 6-8ft on average. We somehow didn't get any photos of the plants growing this year, so here is a photo of the seeds (photo credit to Experimental Farm Network)