Dorado Hybrid Sunflower Seeds 6170

Description Dorado Sunflower Seeds 6170. Hybrid. Annual. Approx. 15 seeds/pkt There will be a gold mine in your back yard with this variety! Brilliant yellow flowers form on single stems. Grows to 120 cm (4′) tall. How to Grow Easy to grow. In late May, choose a sunny site with well draining soil and sow seed about 6-12 mm deep and 7.5-10 cm apart. Thin or transplant seedlings to 30-45 cm apart. Seed can be started 2-3 weeks early indoors using plantable peat pots or Jiffy 7’s at 21° C. Harden off seedlings then transplant to a site in full sun. Keep plants evenly watered and fertilize twice during the season with a granular 15-5-15 or equivalent. Germination occurs in 7-10 days.