Sunflower Seeds – Teddy Bear Dwarf

Teddy Bear Dwarf Sunflower Seeds produce compact, bushy plants with fluffy, golden-yellow blooms that resemble plush pom-poms. This charming variety is ideal for small gardens, borders, and containers, offering a cheerful display of vibrant color throughout the summer. The dense, double-petaled flowers make excellent additions to fresh or dried arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to bloom, Teddy Bear Sunflowers are a delightful choice for gardeners of all skill levels.

Features:

• Compact, dwarf-growing sunflower variety ideal for containers or borders.

• Produces full, double-petaled golden-yellow blooms resembling soft pom-poms.

• Long-lasting blooms suitable for cut or dried flower arrangements.

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate in warm, sunny conditions.

• Excellent choice for small spaces and children’s gardens.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Helianthus annuus ‘Teddy Bear’

• Common Name (US): Sunflower

• Plant Type: Annual

• Variety Type: Dwarf / Compact

• Bloom Color: Golden Yellow

• Bloom Size: 4–6 inches (10–15 cm)

• Plant Height: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Regular watering; avoid overwatering

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Days to Bloom: 60–75 days after sowing

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after last frost; can start indoors 3–4 weeks early

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

• Growing Season: Spring through Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual in all zones)

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 2–5: May to June

  • Zones 6–9: April to May

  • Zones 10–11: February to March

• Uses: Container gardening, borders, pollinator gardens, and decorative cut flowers