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Helianthus debilis 'Vanilla Ice' has smaller, creamy white flowers, which are wonderful for hand-tied bunches. They are hugely prolific and long-flowering.
Pictured here with Gaura 'The Bride' and Cosmos 'Purity'.
| Genus: | Helianthus |
| Variety | debilis 'Vanilla Ice' (Sunflower) | Type: | Half- hardy annual | Site: | Well-drained but moist soil in full sun. They tolerate partial shade but will always lean to the sun. |
| Sowing: | Sow undercover in pots in March, sow April-May direct. Place 2 seeds 10cms apart at each planting post, 45cms apart. | Height: | 120cm (4ft) | Spacing: | Plant 45cm apart. | Hardiness: | Hardy | Care tips: | Provide support for the wind may catch the heavy heads. | Flowers: | ❀ June - October | For the vase: | Lasts up to 10 days. Put straight into water and keep away from heat. |
