Sunflower / Confection

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Features

The industry's standard for seed size and color. Early to mid-season maturity with good yield potential and high test weight.

Agronomic Characteristics

Hybrid Type.........................................Confection
Adaptability..............................................Wide
Stalk Quality.............................................Good
Standability..............................................Good
Plant Height.......................................Medium Tall
Flowering Date*.....................................64-68 Days
Days to Physiological Maturity*.............................94
Self Compatibility...................................Very Good
Field Uniformity..........................................Good
Drought Tolerance....................................Very Good
Stem Curvature Class....................................Curved
Test Weight.........................................23-27 lbs.
Oil Content................................................N/A

Disease Ratings

Phoma.....................................................Good
Verticillium Wilt..............................Field tolerance
Sunflower Rust..........................Moderately Susceptible

Management Tips

Plant at population 10-20 % lower than oilseed sunflower to achieve a greater proportion of large seed in the harvested crop. Avoid delayed plantings as frost damage can cause "green" seed resulting in market discounts.

* Use as a relative guide only. Actual days to flower, physiological maturity and harvest will vary with planting dates , latitude and environmental conditions.