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Sunflower ‘Vanilla Ice’
Botanical Name: Helianthus debilis
Type: Hardy Annual

Sunflower ‘Vanilla Ice’ is an elegant, multi-branching variety that produces masses of soft, creamy lemon blooms with dark chocolate centres. Its delicate colouring and graceful form make it a stunning addition to borders, cottage gardens, and cutting beds. Unlike traditional tall sunflowers, this medium-height variety creates a natural, airy display and flowers continuously through summer — perfect for attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy annual
Height: 120–150cm
Spread: 40–50cm
Flowers: July – September
Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: March – May directly outdoors where they are to flower
Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C
Spacing: 40–50cm apart
Care: Water regularly until established; remove spent blooms to encourage fresh flowers

Why You’ll Love It

Soft, creamy lemon blooms with dark centres
Multi-branching for continuous flowering
Attracts bees, butterflies, and seed-eating birds
Excellent for cutting and natural garden style
Easy to grow and beautifully versatile

Top Tip

For a charming cottage look, combine ‘Vanilla Ice’ with other pastel or bronze-toned sunflowers — the contrast creates a stunning summer display.

Perfect For

Cottage & wildlife gardens
Cut-flower arrangements
Pollinator-friendly borders
Naturalistic & informal plantings
Long-lasting summer colour

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