The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a species of large annual forb of the daisy family Asteraceae. The common sunflower is harvested for its edible oily seeds, which are often …

Oct 18, 2025 · Sunflower, genus of nearly 70 species of herbaceous plants of the aster family. Sunflowers are native primarily to North and South America, and some species are cultivated …

First domesticated from its wild ancestor over 5,000 years ago by Native American peoples in the south-west of North America, the sunflower is both an elegant ornamental and a crucial food …

Sunflowers bring joy from seed to snack. Let’s get growing and glowing! The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant with a sizeable daisy-like flower face. Its scientific …

From the crunch of sunflower seeds to the shimmer of sunflower oil, from a happy sunflower bouquet to an immersive sunflower field, Helianthus annuus brings sunshine you can plant, …

There are 52 species of sunflowers, all native to North America and Mexico. This sunflower is 1 to 3 meters (ca. 39 to 118 inches) tall (cultivated forms often taller). The stem is stiff, and usually …

Aug 12, 2025 · Few flowers can match the instant cheer a sunflower brings to your garden. With their sunny faces and towering stems, these blooms have long been a symbol of warmth, …

Everyone loves the sunny sunflower and we’re here to tell you everything you need to know! Keep reading to learn about their history, meaning and symbolism

Apr 5, 2025 · Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are treasures of the summertime. These low-maintenance plants typically begin blooming in midsummer and can persist into early fall. The …

Sunflower is the most popular oilseed crop in Europe and North America, where the crop originated and was domesticated during the first millennium B.C. While the Native Americans …