Helianthus Astoria is a medium-early decorative variety created by crossing the Plushy Bear variety with ornamental samples, possessing a unique light-yellow color of ray florets and yellow-purple color of disk florets. Its original inflorescence at the budding and flowering stage, as well as large bubbly leaves with a serrated edge and bract leaves with a very long tip, give the plant an expressive and attractive appearance. The variety is characterized by predominantly apical branching, rigid long lateral shoots, and a compact habitus, which makes it ideal for cutting and landscape design, as well as for single and group plantings.
Astoria belongs to the medium-early group and is distinguished by a long growing season, which allows it to be used for various decorative purposes. Due to its features, the variety is well suited for creating striking floral compositions and decorating garden plots. Its decorative qualities are combined with practicality, as the plant is resistant to unfavorable conditions and easily adapts to different soil and climatic conditions.
This sunflower is not only beautiful but also functional, which makes it a popular choice among gardeners and landscape designers. It fits perfectly into various compositions and can maintain a decorative effect for a long time, which is especially important for cutting and interior decoration.