Few flowers capture the essence of summer quite like the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). With their towering stalks, golden petals, and sunny disposition — literally, thanks to their habit of turning ...

Gardening may be described as an activity that invokes serenity, but for breeders, it often signifies a purpose or a challenge. If you're neck-deep into the gardening world, you might have heard of a ...

Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are a bold, bright choice that becomes the center of attention in any floral bouquet. If you want to grow sunflowers specifically for filling vases or creating beautiful ...

Tall sunflowers make handy natural supports for climbing vegetables and flowers, and their pollen-rich blooms entice insects to pollinate crops. However, sunflowers don’t play nicely with all edible ...

Chantal Nguyen acknowledges support from Human Frontiers Science Program (HFSP), Young Investigator Grant No. RGY0078/2019, and the U.S. Army Research Office Grant No. 78234EG. This research was a ...

Sunflowers are versatile garden plants that pair well with many vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. They are often grown to attract pollinators or for their bright, large blooms. While most plants ...