{"product_id":"black-sunflower-sprouting-seeds","title":"Black Sunflower Sprouting Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAustralian Black Sunflower Microgreen Seeds for Thick, Crunchy Shoots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow substantial, crunchy greens with our \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-grown Black Sunflower Microgreen Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sunflower produces thick, crisp stems, broad green cotyledons and a mild, fresh and slightly sweet nutty flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower is one of the larger and more substantial microgreens, making it particularly useful in salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, grain bowls and fresh savoury dishes where you want plenty of texture and crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Crisp, Nutty Sunflower Microgreens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlack sunflower is best grown as a \u003cstrong\u003etray-grown microgreen crop\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike small seeds such as broccoli, mustard and radish, sunflower benefits from pre-soaking before sowing and light-to-moderate pressure during early germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the roots are established, remove the weighted cover and provide bright light and good airflow. The broad green cotyledons develop quickly, and the crop is generally ready to harvest in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA drainable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/microgreen-wheatgrass-grow-tray\"\u003eMicrogreen \u0026amp; Wheatgrass Grow Tray\u003c\/a\u003e is well suited to sunflower because the crop develops a substantial root system and benefits from effective drainage and bottom watering once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Sunflower Benefits from Weighted Germination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the large sunflower seed germinates, the emerging root can push the seed upwards rather than anchoring firmly into the growing medium. Placing a second tray over the seed with light-to-moderate weight helps maintain seed-to-medium contact and encourages stronger, more even rooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe weight should provide gentle resistance rather than crushing the crop. Once the seedlings are strongly rooted and beginning to lift the upper tray, the weight can be removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvest Sunflower While Young \u0026amp; Tender\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest sunflower microgreens when the broad cotyledons are fully open, the stems are thick and crisp and most loose seed hulls have fallen away. For the best eating quality, harvest before the first true leaves become large or coarse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome black seed hulls may remain attached to the leaves. Allowing the cotyledons to expand, maintaining appropriate moisture and lightly misting stubborn hulls can help them loosen before harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLooking for Sunflower Seeds for Jar Sprouting?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlack sunflower is primarily offered by OzSprout for \u003cstrong\u003etray-grown microgreens\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your main goal is to grow short sunflower sprouts in a jar rather than leafy sunflower shoots, choose \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/organic-grey-striped-sunflower-sprouting-seeds\"\u003eOrganic Grey Striped Sunflower Sprouting Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, which has a dedicated jar-sprouting method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Mature Sunflowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe viable Black Sunflower seed can also be planted outdoors and grown beyond the microgreen stage into mature sunflower plants under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMature sunflowers produce flowers that can attract bees and other pollinators, while mature seed heads may also provide food for seed-eating birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHome \u0026amp; Bulk Australian Black Sunflower Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOzSprout Black Sunflower Microgreen Seeds are available from \u003cstrong\u003e250g through to 15kg bulk quantities\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them suitable for home microgreen growers, cafés, restaurants, market growers and larger-volume producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your preferred pack size above to view current availability and pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ozsprout","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":42801905991923,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-250G","price":5.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":42801906024691,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-500G","price":9.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":42801906057459,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-1KG","price":14.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":42801906090227,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-2KG","price":25.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3kg","offer_id":42801906155763,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-3KG","price":34.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4kg","offer_id":42801906188531,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-4KG","price":43.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":42801906221299,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-5KG","price":52.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":42801906254067,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-10KG","price":94.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15kg","offer_id":42801906286835,"sku":"BLACKSUNFLOWERSEEDS-20KG","price":139.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/1446\/5779\/files\/Black-sunflower-sprouting-seeds.webp?v=1759577027","url":"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/black-sunflower-sprouting-seeds","provider":"OzSprout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}