Fast Facts
About Teddy Bear Sunflower
Compact Teddy Bear sunflowers carry fluffy, golden blooms for containers, borders, and small bouquets. Grow in full sun and water containers steadily while the plants establish.
When to Plant Teddy Bear Sunflower Seeds
Sow after the last frost in warm soil; an indoor start is possible if seedlings can be transplanted before roots become crowded.
Where to Plant Teddy Bear Sunflower Seeds
Place in full sun in a bed or large container with drainage. Allow space around the compact, branching habit.
How to Plant Teddy Bear Sunflower Seeds
Fill containers or prepare garden soil with good drainage.
Cover seed lightly at the depth on the packet and keep moist until it sprouts.
Thin or transplant seedlings to their final spacing without disturbing roots more than necessary.
How to Harvest Teddy Bear Sunflower
Cut fresh blooms as the petals unfold, or leave them on the plant for the garden display. Remove fading heads if you want a tidier plant and possible later flowers.
How to Care for Teddy Bear Sunflower
Water container plants regularly, allowing the surface to dry slightly between waterings. Remove spent flowers for a tidy display and cut blooms while fresh.
Companion Plants
Pair with compact marigolds and zinnias in a sunny container grouping.
Related Planting Guides
Growing details can vary by seed lot and climate. Check packet spacing and mature height for the exact Teddy Bear seed strain. University extension gardening resources