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Can You Grow Sunflower in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

Sunflowers grow in virtually any zone with a few weeks of warm weather.

Plant zones

2a–11b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

60–80 days

When to plant Sunflowers in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Aug 14 – Sep 3

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Sunflower

Sunflowers are fast-growing cheerful and attract pollinators — some varieties produce edible seeds.

Direct sow after last frost in the sunniest spot available. No transplanting needed. Giant varieties need staking. Harvest seed heads when the back turns brown and seeds are firm.

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Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Sunflower in Northwest Territories?

Sunflowers grow in virtually any zone with a few weeks of warm weather.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Sunflowers in Northwest Territories?

Plant Sunflowers Jun 15, harvest Aug 14 – Sep 3.