Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower’s strong roots can also help break up compacted soils in soil improving mixtures. They are not frost tolerant.

• Not overwintering

• Pure seeding rate 25 kg/ha

• Seed rate in a mixture 6-8 kg/ha

• Approximate seed cost 3 €/kg

• Single taproot and smaller, hairy secondary roots.