Bring a little sunshine and a lot of personality to your garden with Teddy Bear Dwarf Sunflowers. Their densely petaled, shaggy yellow blooms give this variety its playful name, creating a fluffy-looking alternative to the familiar dark-centered sunflower. Plant them beside a garden path or on a sunny patio where you can enjoy the flowers up close.

This dwarf, branching heirloom is suited to garden beds and containers, producing multiple blooms per plant. Flowers develop in approximately 60 days, depending on weather and care. Plants can reach up to approximately 42 inches in open gardens and may remain much smaller in containers; container size and growing conditions affect final height. Each packet contains 200 non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds.

Germination Rate: 90%. Test Date: 3/25. AWSC.

Why Choose Teddy Bear Dwarf Sunflowers?

• Fluffy yellow blooms: Full, shaggy petals create a cheerful flower with a distinctive texture, making Teddy Bear stand out among traditional sunflowers.
• Dwarf growing habit: Enjoy sunflower color without the towering height of giant varieties. Garden-grown plants may still reach approximately 42 inches, so allow room for growth.
• Branching flower production: Multiple flowering stems provide several blooms to enjoy rather than a single flower head per plant.
• Container versatility: Grow this variety in a sunny pot with drainage holes, adequate root space, and consistent watering. Container-grown size varies with pot size and care.
• About 60 days to flowers: Use the approximate bloom timing to plan seasonal color, remembering that cool weather and other conditions can delay flowering.
• Open-pollinated heirloom: Collect mature seed for future planting when viable seed develops. Nearby sunflower varieties can cross-pollinate, so saved plants may differ unless pollination is managed.

Planting Tips for Success

• Choose full sun: Place plants where they receive at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Sunny patios and open beds are better choices than shaded corners.
• Prepare well-drained soil: Loosen garden soil and add finished compost as needed. For pots, use a well-draining container mix rather than dense garden soil.
• Direct sow after frost: Plant outdoors once frost danger has passed and soil has warmed. Sow about 1 inch deep, following packet spacing directions and thinning crowded seedlings.
• Give containers room: Choose a sturdy pot with drainage holes and enough soil volume for roots. Avoid overcrowding several plants in a small pot, and check moisture more often than in garden beds.
• Keep moisture steady: Keep the seedbed moist during germination. Once established, water at the base when needed and let excess water drain away instead of leaving roots waterlogged.
• Protect young plants: Watch for birds and digging animals that may disturb newly sown seeds. Remove temporary protective covers before they restrict growth.
• Feed moderately: Use compost or a balanced fertilizer according to label directions and soil needs. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth instead of flowers.
• Support if needed: Dwarf does not mean immune to wind. Stake leaning plants with soft ties when exposed sites or heavy blooms make support necessary.
• Stagger sowings: Where your season allows, plant small batches a few weeks apart, leaving enough frost-free time for each to flower.
• Choose cutting or seed saving: Cut selected stems with clean tools for indoor arrangements. Leave other flower heads to mature if you want to try collecting seed.

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Ways to Use Teddy Bear Dwarf Sunflowers

• Sunny patio containers: Bring bright yellow flowers close to outdoor seating areas. Turn or position pots thoughtfully so plants receive sufficient light.
• Garden borders: Use the dwarf plants in front of taller flowers, allowing enough space for branches and easy access for watering.
• Small bouquets: Add the textured blooms to simple arrangements with greenery. Cut during the cooler part of the day, place promptly in clean water, and remove leaves below the waterline.
• Family garden projects: Let children observe seedlings, buds, and fluffy flowers with adult supervision. Planting seeds are not snacks and should be kept away from young children and pets.
• Seed-saving practice: Allow selected heads to mature and dry, then collect firm, developed seed when available. Dry thoroughly in an airy, sheltered place and label before storage.

Order Teddy Bear Dwarf Sunflower Seeds Today

Grow cheerful, fluffy yellow blooms in your garden or sunny containers with 200 Teddy Bear dwarf sunflower seeds.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Plant height, branching, bloom appearance, and flowering time vary with soil, container size, weather, and care. Approximately 60 days is a guide, not a guarantee. These seeds are sold for planting, not for food or feed.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry, dark place, protected from moisture and temperature fluctuations. Retain the packet information for future reference.
• Planting Zones: Match sowing dates to local frost dates and growing-season length. Consult local gardening resources for region-specific planting advice.

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