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Can sunflowers be planted in the fall?

It depends on where you live and what kind of sunflower you want to grow.

Here's the breakdown:

* Annual Sunflowers: These are the most common type, blooming in one season and then dying. You generally shouldn't plant annual sunflowers in the fall, as they need a long growing season and won't have enough time to mature before the first frost.

* Perennial Sunflowers: These sunflowers come back year after year. You can plant them in the fall if you live in a climate that has mild winters. However, they might not bloom until the following spring or summer.

Here's what to consider:

* Your climate: If you live in a cold climate, fall planting is not recommended for either annual or perennial sunflowers.

* Frost: Sunflowers are sensitive to frost, so make sure the last frost date has passed before planting.

* Growing time: Annual sunflowers need about 90-120 days to mature, so you need to plant them early enough in the spring to ensure they have enough time to bloom.

For best results, it's generally recommended to plant sunflowers in the spring. This gives them the best chance to thrive and bloom beautifully.

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