{"product_id":"chocolate-cherry-sunflower-seeds","title":"Chocolate Cherry Sunflower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eChocolate Cherry Sunflower \u003cbr\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003cbr\u003eSeeds per Package: 100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelianthus annuus ‘Chocolate Cherry’ (Chocolate Cherry sunflower) is an annual sunflower cultivar prized for its dramatic bicolor blooms—typically deep cherry‑to‑burgundy petals with a darker, chocolatey center—and strong, upright stems. Like all garden sunflowers, it traces its origins to North America and is grown for bold summer–fall color in production rows, cutting gardens, large borders, and pollinator plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant ‘Chocolate Cherry’ in full sun for the best stem strength and flower production. It prefers fertile, well‑drained garden soil amended with compost; avoid waterlogged sites. Regular moisture during establishment and bud set encourages large flower heads and sturdy stems; a balanced fertilizer at planting and again when buds form helps performance without promoting excessive leafy growth. Provide staking or support if growing in exposed, windy sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed is usually direct‑sown outdoors after the danger of frost when soils have warmed, though you can start seeds indoors 2–4 weeks before the last frost for an earlier crop. Sow about 1\/2–1 inch (1–2 cm) deep and keep evenly moist—germination typically occurs in 7–10 days at warm temperatures. No cold stratification is required. Thin or space seedlings rather than transplanting heavily to avoid root disturbance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature plants commonly reach about 3–6 feet (90–180 cm) tall with a spread of 12–24 inches (30–60 cm); space plants 12–24 inches apart depending on desired density and staking. As an annual it completes its life cycle in one season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Chocolate Cherry’ is primarily grown as a premium cut flower—long, straight stems and striking bicolor heads make it excellent for bouquets and arrangements. It also dries well for dried arrangements, provides strong visual impact in borders, and attracts bees and other pollinators while in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53315669524785,"sku":"08-01-03","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/9979\/3457\/files\/CopyofUntitled_InstagramPost_45_-2026-03-20T153501.434.png?v=1774046112","url":"https:\/\/zillsygarden.com\/products\/chocolate-cherry-sunflower-seeds","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}