How deep to plant sunflowers

Plant sunflower seeds 1 to 2 inches deep, going deeper in sandier soil.

The depth: Plant 1 to 2 inches deep; the sandier the soil, the deeper the seed should be planted.

The sandier the soil, the deeper the seed should be planted.
Sunflower needs to have good seed to soil contact.
Sunflowers do best in slightly acidic soil with a pH from 6.0 to 6.8.
Any soil that isn't continually waterlogged should be suitable for growing sunflowers.

Planting depth varies with soil type and variety; your local extension office is the closest authority.

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