Sunflower Seeds – Black Russian

Grow Heirloom Sunflowers – Plant Black Russian Sunflower Seeds

Now you can grow your own black oil sunflower seeds that are frequently used in wild bird mixes! Its seeds’ high oil content is highly prized by squirrels, chipmunks, and birds so leaving the stalks to dry will provide these smaller critters a nice food source. Or harvest the seeds earlier for sowing in next year’s garden! With its bright yellow petals and a face full of pollen, bees are much attracted to this beauty as well.