This tall growing variety of black oil sunflower is an excellent addition to any land management program, providing both food and cover for deer and a wide variety of wildlife. Sunflowers can reach heights of up to 6 feet and can mature in as little as 90–100 days, making them a fast and effective option for adding diversity to your property.
Sunflowers produce highly nutritious seed heads that are packed with energy and are a sought after food source for deer, turkey, upland birds, and songbirds. The tall, thick stalks also provide valuable cover and security, helping create travel corridors, screening, or stand locations.
Sunflower can be planted on its own or added to your favorite Domain Outdoor food plot mix to increase attraction, create a wall of cover, or simply add diversity to your property. Whether you’re looking to build security, enhance habitat, or provide a high energy food source, Sunflower is a versatile and effective tool for land managers.
1 Jug (3 lbs.) = 1/4 acre
1 Big Gulp (12 lbs.) = 1 acre
Planting Guide
Seed Type:
Annual
Location:
Full or mostly full sunlight
Hunt plots – field edges – screening
pH Range:
6.0 – 7.0
Elbow Grease can help improve pH levels if needed
Soil Type:
Well to moderately drained
Dark/rich – loam – sandy loam
Tilling:
Soil prep is recommended
Till or disk
Fertilizer:
Perform a soil test for recommendations
Crank’d & Freight Train are 2.5 gallons each per acre
Seed Depth:
1/2"
Planting Dates
North: Spring – Summer
Central: Spring or Summer
South: Ask for recommendations
