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Can You Grow Sunflower in Nova Scotia?

Canada · Canadian Zone 6 · zones 5, 6

Grows well here

Sunflowers grow brilliantly here — they love the warm season and produce quickly.

Plant zones

2a–11b

Nova Scotia last frost

early April

Nova Scotia first frost

late October

Days to harvest

60–80 days

When to plant Sunflowers in Nova Scotia

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

May 31 – Jun 20

Dates are approximate, based on Nova Scotia'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.

Full sunflower growing guide →

Gardening in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia has a maritime climate moderated by the Atlantic. Most of the province is Zone 5b-6a; the Annapolis Valley is Zone 6a-6b and one of Canada's premier apple-growing regions.