Sunflower Teddy Bear

The compact, fully double sunflower — and the most tactile one. Teddy Bear produces densely double, fluffy golden-yellow blooms that look more like a chrysanthemum than a classic sunflower, on compact plants of 60–90cm that need no staking and fit beautifully into smaller gardens, containers, and the front of a sunny border.

The sunflower for those who want the warmth and cheerfulness of the genus without the towering height.

• Helianthus annuus 'Teddy Bear' — Half-Hardy Annual (H2)
• Height: 60–90cm | Flowers: July–September
• Sow indoors April–May or direct May–June; full sun
• Rich, well-drained soil — water generously
• Compact self-supporting habit — no staking required
• Outstanding for containers and smaller gardens

Grow it in a large terracotta pot by a sunny doorway and let it bring a month of pure golden warmth to the entrance of the garden.