Helianthus Annus - Rouge Royale. It would be almost impossible to miss this extremely showy,super tall plant that grows to 6 feet and might need staking. It is an annual multi- branching, pollen free sunflower with green foliage bearing a huge amount of strikingly rich deep burgundy to deep violet-purple (almost black) flowers with dark centers and bright golden stamens. These flowers grow fast (90 days) and are easy to care for with little to no maintenance. If you want to add an outstanding statement to your garden, this is for you. Also, this is an edible plant.
 
          15+  seed per pack      
 
Planting Zone: 3  –  9
 
Full Sun
 
Height: 5 feet - 6 feet
 
Width: 2 feet – 2 ½ feet
 
Excellent for cutting. Cut just when buds begin to open before yellow petals show.
 
Edible: used in salads and desserts. Buds/seeds can be grilled, sauteed or marinated for a side
dish.
 
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
 
Showy cut long lasting in a vase
 
Great for dried flowers
 
Ornamental and bouquets.
 
Heat and drought tolerant once established
 
Resistant to Deer and Rabbit
 
I urge anyone buying seed to do their homework on germination, I have not raised and cannot raise many of these plants as I am sub-tropics here in St Augustine, Florida. All seed are NOT alike!  There are so many different factors in germination and not doing a search is throwing your money away. I want everyone to be successful when growing your flowers from seed it is the most rewarding experience in Gardening and you can do it, if you give the seed what it needs to grow. I always check 3 sites of info to choose how I will go about it. It is not hard to do, if you do it right!
SEED GERMINATION TIP!!!!!!!
ONLY GERMINATE A SMALL PORTION AT A TIME.
DON'T PUT ALL YOUR MONKEYS IN A BARREL.
Good Luck and Happy Planting!!!!