Grow a sunflower with a practical purpose as well as garden appeal. Peredovik Sunflower is a black oil seed variety suited to gardeners interested in seed production and wildlife. Its developing seed heads offer an opportunity to observe the garden's full cycle, from flowering plants to mature seed and visiting birds.

Peredovik reaches maturity in approximately 80 days, depending on growing conditions. Its oil-rich seeds make it an appealing choice for wildlife plantings and homestead seed-growing projects. Each packet contains 100 non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds for planting.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 12/25. WILL.

Why Choose Peredovik Sunflowers?

• Black oil seed variety: Grow a sunflower selected for seed production, with oil-rich seeds that give the mature heads practical value beyond their flowers.
• Wildlife gardening: Leave selected mature heads in the garden for birds to discover, or reserve part of your planting for wildlife while protecting another portion for harvest.
• Approximately 80 days to maturity: Use this timing as a planning guide, allowing additional time when weather or planting conditions slow development.
• Open-pollinated heirloom: Collect mature seed for future planting. Other nearby sunflower varieties can cross-pollinate, so manage pollination when preserving varietal characteristics matters.
• Useful learning crop: Follow the transformation from seedling to flower to seed head, making this a hands-on addition to a garden or homestead project.

Planting Tips for Success

• Choose full sun: Select an open site with at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight and enough room for plants to develop without heavy competition.
• Prepare the soil: Use well-drained soil and incorporate finished compost as needed. Avoid sites where water stands after irrigation or rainfall.
• Direct sow in warm soil: Plant after frost danger has passed, about 1 inch deep. Follow packet spacing directions and thin crowded seedlings rather than leaving them to compete.
• Protect establishment: Birds and digging animals may disturb freshly sown seeds. Use temporary protection when necessary, removing it before it restricts plant growth.
• Water deeply: Keep the seedbed moist during germination. Once established, water at the base as needed, especially during dry periods, without keeping roots waterlogged.
• Manage weeds and fertility: Weed while plants are young and apply mulch after establishment, keeping it away from stems. Avoid excessive nitrogen; use a soil test to guide additional fertilizer.
• Support exposed plants: In windy locations, stake leaning plants with soft ties and check supports as flower heads become heavier.
• Plan your harvest: Allow heads intended for seed collection to mature on the plant. Birds may reach the seed first, so use a breathable protective cover if you want to reserve heads for harvest.

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Ways to Use Peredovik Sunflowers

• Bird-friendly garden areas: Leave mature seed heads standing where you can watch visiting birds. Wildlife may consume seed before you are ready to collect it.
• Homestead seed projects: Grow a dedicated patch to learn about seed development, harvest, drying, and storage on a manageable garden scale.
• Seed saving: Harvest when the backs of the heads brown and seeds are firm. Finish drying in a well-ventilated, sheltered location, separate seed from the heads, and label the fully dry seed before storage.
• Oil-crop exploration: Peredovik is grown as an oilseed sunflower. Producing usable oil requires appropriate harvesting, processing equipment, and handling; growing the plants alone does not produce ready-to-use cooking oil.

Doomsday Survival Garden Flower

Peredovik fits a preparedness garden as an annual seed-producing crop that can support wildlife and teach practical seed-harvesting skills. Its open-pollinated nature makes seed saving possible, but success depends on mature, viable seed and suitable growing conditions. Plan enough frost-free time for the approximately 80-day maturity period, protect the portion intended for harvest, and dry collected seed thoroughly. This is a seed-growing project, not a guarantee of food self-sufficiency or a ready supply of cooking oil.

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Start your sunflower seed-growing project with 100 Peredovik seeds from David's Garden Seeds®.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Maturity, plant size, seed yield, and flower appearance vary with soil, weather, planting date, and care. Approximately 80 days is a guide, not a guarantee. These packet seeds are sold for planting, not for eating or feeding directly to wildlife.
• Seed Storage: Store unused planting seeds in a cool, dry, dark place, protected from moisture and temperature fluctuations. Retain the packet information for future reference.
• Planting Zones: Match planting dates to your local frost dates and growing season. Consult local gardening resources for regional timing and care.

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Growing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze