Sunflower Varieties Guide for Florists
1. ProCut Series
Description: Single-stem, pollen-free, straight stems, 4–6" blooms. Comes in many shades—ProCut Gold, Lemon, White Nite (cream petals), Red, and Bicolor.
Vase Life: 7–10 days.
Florist Advantages: Clean (no pollen drop), consistent size, excellent for tight arrangements or bouquets.
Design Notes: ProCut White Nite pairs beautifully with blush roses and soft greens for weddings. ProCut Red adds drama to autumn or Valentine’s arrangements.
2. Sunrich Series
Description: Uniform, pollen-free, single stems with large, perfectly round blooms. Available in bright yellow, orange, lemon, and lime-tinted petals.
Vase Life: 10–12 days.
Florist Advantages: Exceptional symmetry, strong necks, and long shelf life.
Design Notes: Perfect for high-end events where precision matters. Sunrich Lemon is ideal for spring palettes.
3. Vincent Series
Description: A Japanese-bred series with compact centers, pollen-free blooms, and bright petals.
Vase Life: 12+ days.
Florist Advantages: Long-lasting and consistent—less neck bend.
Design Notes: Works well in corporate arrangements and gift bouquets where longevity is critical.
4. Italian White (Helianthus debilis)
Description: Branching, creamy-white petals with dark centers, smaller (2–4") blooms.
Vase Life: 5–7 days.
Florist Advantages: Airy, delicate texture; ideal for wildflower-style bouquets.
Design Notes: Gorgeous in boho weddings, paired with grasses, lisianthus, and eucalyptus.
5. Teddy Bear
Description: Fully double, fluffy pom-pom blooms in golden yellow. Shorter stems than most.
Vase Life: 5–8 days.
Florist Advantages: Unique texture, pollen-free, and child-friendly.
Design Notes: Adds whimsical texture to arrangements; works well in mixed seasonal bouquets.
6. Autumn Beauty
Description: Branching type with multicolored blooms (gold, bronze, burgundy). 4–8" flowers.
Vase Life: 5–7 days.
Florist Advantages: Rich fall tones from one stem, great for harvest themes.
Design Notes: Best in rustic, farm-style bouquets or large seasonal displays.
7. Ring of Fire
Description: Bicolor petals—gold tips, deep red base—around a dark center.
Vase Life: 6–8 days.
Florist Advantages: Eye-catching focal flower with a painterly look.
Design Notes: Dramatic in late-summer and autumn arrangements.
8. Claret
Description: Deep wine-red petals with a chocolate-brown center.
Vase Life: 6–8 days.
Florist Advantages: Rare, moody sunflower for unique palettes.
Design Notes: Stunning with dahlias, amaranthus, and eucalyptus for rich, romantic designs.
Handling Tips for Florists
Hydration: Immediately recut stems at a sharp angle and place in warm water with floral preservative.
Stem Support: Use chicken wire or grid mechanics to keep heavy heads upright in designs.
Ethylene Sensitivity: Sunflowers are moderately sensitive—keep away from ripening fruit.
Pollen Concerns: Choose pollen-free varieties for event work; branching garden types will shed.
Conditioning Time: Let them hydrate for 2–4 hours before arranging to reduce neck bend.
