This beautiful dark centered variety has 5-6" flowers surrounded by glorious bronze-maroon petals. The plants grow 5-6 feet tall with 10 or more buds per plant. These produce exceptional cut flowers with long stems, lasting for several days in a vase.
A late bloomer, the dark color of Red Sun will standout in the garden, adding rich, vibrant color to your fall flower beds.
Flower Specifications
- Season: Annual
- USDA Zones: 3 - 9
- Height: 60 - 72 inches
- Bloom Season: Summer to fall
- Bloom Color: Red
- Environment: Full sun
- Soil Type: Moist, fertile, pH 5.5 - 6.2
Planting Directions
- Temperature: 69 - 75F
- Average Germ Time: 10 - 15 days
- Light Required: No
- Depth: 1/2 - 1 inch
- Sowing Rate: 29 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 80 pounds per acre
- Moisture: Keep seed slightly moist but not wet
- Spacing: 12 - 18 inches
