Sunflowers have a way of making gardens brighter and happier. They make beautiful and summery cut flowers for vases and bouquets. Sunflowers are also an excellent source of food for the wildlife in ...

The sunflower has a rich history as a North American native plant. Records show that as early as 3000 B.C., Native Americans cultivated sunflowers as food and pressed seeds to make oil. Although still ...

Why purchase a bouquet of flowers when you can pick your own? That is what Holly Vaughan's husband, Bobby, asked himself over 10 years ago when he decided to plant a field of zinnias on their farm in ...

Sunflowers are obviously sun-loving plants and they don’t do well in the cold, so you’ll want to start prepping the soil for planting well after the temperature has stayed above 50 degrees during both ...

Sunflowers, known for their resilience and ease of cultivation, can still falter without proper attention. Lucy Taylor, a gardening guru at Vine House Farm, has shared her insights on how to nurture ...

Sunflowers say “summer” like no other plant. Native to North America, sunflowers are heat-tolerant, resistant to pests, and simply beautiful. You can even harvest their edible seeds. Here’s how to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Growing sunflowers from seeds can seem intimidating to novice and seasoned gardeners alike. Many ...

SAN ANTONIO – Who doesn’t want to look out and see sunflowers blooming in their gardens? Since we are in peak planting season for spring, you can plant something that will bring joy and is also super ...

Transform your balcony into a vibrant garden with sunflowers! Experts reveal how to cultivate these cheerful blooms even in ...

When you hear "sunflowers," the idea of growing them in pots may be the furthest thing from your mind. But there are many types of sunflowers, and some of them perform admirably in a pot, provided ...

SUNFLOWERS ARE THE smiling face of summer. Golden lion-headed blooms bowing under the weight of ripe seed — a veritable bird and squirrel buffet — are a classic garden favorite. But let’s face it; we ...

We all know sunflowers (helianthus), as they are one of the most recognizable flowers. Their brilliant color and rustic charm endear them to young and old, gardener and painter. They grace gardens and ...