How Did Sunflowers Get Their Name?

The head of the sunflower is round and flat with bright yellow petals like the sun’s rays.

During the day, the sunflower turns its face to follow the sun, making sure it gets the maximum amount of light.  So, the name “sunflower” was born.

The plant is used in various ways.  Its leaves are used as fodder for animals, the seeds can be eaten raw or roasted and are also harvested to make sunflower oil.  The yellow flowers are used to make dye.

Easy to plant and easy to grow, the sunflower is waiting to be in your garden!