Helianthus annuus 'Moulin Rouge' (Sunflower 'Moulin Rouge')
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0.3m max. spread |
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2m max. height |
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1-2 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Helianthus annuus 'Moulin Rouge'
Other names: Sunflower 'Moulin Rouge'
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Genus: Helianthus
Variety or cultivar: 'Moulin Rouge' _ 'Moulin Rouge' is a tall, freely branching annual with large dark-green leaves on tall stems that are topped with daisy-like flowers from summer until early autumn. The bloom has a dark brown-black centre with deep red-brown petals.
Helianthus annuus 'Moulin Rouge' is: Deciduous
Flower: Reddish-brown, Dark-red, Brown, Black in Summer; Brown, Black, Reddish-brown, Dark-red in Autumn
Foliage: Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn
Habit: Branching, Erect, Tall
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Specific pests: Slugs , Snails
Specific diseases: Powdery mildew , Sclerotinia diseases
General care
Propagation methods: Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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Helianthus annuus 'Moulin Rouge' (Sunflower 'Moulin Rouge') will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 0.3m after 1-2 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Wildlife
Cultivation: Sow seeds in humus-rich, moist, free-draining soil in a sunny position in spring, once danger of frost has passed. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in a propagator in late winter. Protect young plants from slugs and snails and avoid acidic soils.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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