One of our favorite summertime events in Raleigh is the sunflower field being in bloom at Dorothea Dix Park. As of right now (July 11, 2026) the dial has been turned up on the summer heat and for ...

Sunflowers (Helianthus annua) are among the easiest flowers to grow, and they thrive in the heat of our summers. Helianthus, the scientific name, means “sunflower” in Latin. Not only do sunflower ...

Sunflower oil won’t clog your pores and contains antioxidants, making it a good carrier oil for skin. But those with ragweed allergies may want to avoid it. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help ...

The world record for the largest sunflower plant head is 32 inches, grown in British Columbia. A sunflower grown in the Netherlands holds the record for being the tallest sunflower in the world, at 25 ...