Lemon Queen Sunflower 100 Seeds Helianthus annuus

Helianthus annuus ‘Lemon Queen’, known as the Lemon Queen sunflower, is a luminous and highly floriferous annual valued for its soft, pale yellow petals and contrasting dark centers that create a gentle yet radiant presence in the summer garden. Typically growing 5–7 feet tall, this branching cultivar produces an abundance of medium-sized blooms—often in generous clusters—that continue from midsummer into early fall, making it a favorite in both ornamental landscapes and wildlife-friendly plantings. Its airy, open habit allows light to pass through gracefully, giving the plant a bright, cheerful look even when viewed from a distance. Extremely attractive to pollinators, Lemon Queen serves as one of the premier sunflower varieties for bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects, and is widely used in pollinator pathways and ecological gardens. The plant grows best in full sun with moderately fertile, well-drained soil, showing good heat tolerance and reliable vigor once established. As the season progresses, the spent flowers develop robust seedheads that provide a valuable late-season food source for birds, particularly goldfinches. Easy to grow from direct sowing or transplanting, Lemon Queen offers a long-lasting, refined display that blends beautifully with cottage-style plantings, prairie gardens, and cut-flower arrangements, where its soft yellow tones pair well with both bold and pastel companions.