Pier sunflower is a medium-maturing variety with a vegetation period of about 110-115 days, ensuring stable and timely harvest ripening. Plants reach an average height of about 1.2 meters, facilitating ease of care and harvesting. The fruits of this variety have a round-oval shape, smooth surface, and burgundy-brown color, with each weighing approximately 600 grams. They feature a dense, succulent structure and a sweet taste, making this sunflower ideal for salad use, fresh consumption, and further processing.
The Pier variety has high yield and resistance to various diseases, significantly reducing the risk of losses during cultivation. Thanks to the Sumo technology, plants demonstrate stable growth even under various climatic conditions, including dry periods. Oil content of seeds reaches about 50%, which is a good indicator for this type of sunflower. Certified seed quality guarantees the absence of counterfeits and high germination rates.
Special attention during growing the Pier sunflower should be paid to preventing bacterial diseases, such as Pier disease, caused by the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa. This disease affects many plants, including sunflower, and manifests as mottled leaves, leaf drying, and slowed growth. To prevent infection, it is recommended to control insect vectors, especially cicadas, and use resistant varieties. A comprehensive approach to plant protection will preserve crop health and ensure a high yield.
