Question. Everyone seems to grow sunflowers but I planted two packets of seed and got nothing. How deep do you plant the seeds, and will birds eat them? Answer. Birds, squirrels and other critters ...

Sunflower seeds are rich in healthy fats, plant-based protein, and antioxidants. However, whether you eat them raw or roasted ...

Looking for a health-promoting snack? Enjoy a handful of mild nutty tasting sunflower seeds with their firm but tender texture to take care of your hunger and get a wealth of nutrition at the same ...

Sunflowers are true stars in the garden. With their bright yellow blooms, they not only bring a summer vibe to the flower bed but also magically attract bees and birds. What many don’t know is that ...

The annual sunflower (Helianthus annus) has a long history in North America, with evidence of its cultivation for food, ceremonial and medical use by Native Americans dating back to at least 1,000 B.C ...

Sunflower seeds are harvested from the flower head of the sunflower plant. While the seed itself is encased in a black and white striped shell, sunflower seeds are white and have a tender texture.

Recently, I've been smitten with sunflower seeds. Admittedly, it's not an ingredient I normally think much of. In fact, sunflower seeds tend to remind me of really bad salad bars from the '80s. At ...

Freshly cut sunflower bouquets can be found in most supermarkets right now. The flowers are popular and often look great in vases due to their cheerful appearance. However, the cut flowers can often ...

If only he could figure out a way to monetize their photogenic nature, Dennis Urbat might be able to get paid twice for his sunflower crop. Once in the fall after he harvests their seeds; and again in ...