Lemon Queen is a Helianthus annuus variety with pastel lemon-yellow heads about 6 inches across and chocolate-colored centers. Sow seeds 1/2-1 inch deep after the last frost when soil is over 70°F, and expect sprouts in 7-14 days.
Thin branching seedlings to 18-24 inches apart in loose, rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Stagger sowings a few weeks apart for continuous blooms about 65-75 days from seed.
