If Planted Deeper, Will Transplants Of Sunflowers Rot?

The most ideal scenario for transplanting sunflowers is starting them in their permanent location, which requires no transplanting. The second best scenario is to transplant the sunflower when it is still small after its first true leaves have sprouted. The older the sunflower, the less favorable the transplanting scenarios become.

Transplanting sunflowers requires knowing when to move them and how to handle their roots properly to avoid shock. Follow these steps to ensure your sunflowers thrive after being transplanted:

1. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, as excessive moisture can lead to root rot. As the sunflowers become established, gradually transition to a deeper but less frequent watering.

2. Our garden experts have created an 6 step guide with tips and tricks to make transplanting your sunflowers a success. This guide will help you pick the right time of year, remove the plants, and replant. Your sunflowers may need standing support, especially if you did not bury them deep in the soil.

3. Do sunflowers transplant well? Put sunflowers in their permanent location when planting, as moving them due to their taproots is not advisable. It is best to start with young sunflower seedlings, as older plants may have established.

4. When planting sunflowers outside, can I put a good part of the stem underground, as I would tomatoes? Or will they rot that way? If you start them in a planter pot, you might have some luck relocating them if you minimize disturbing the roots and soil.

5. Bury the root ball just under the soil surface for optimal growth. The biggest problem most people have with planting any seed is either planting them too shallow or too deep. Transplanting at the wrong time or with the wrong technique can lead to transplant shock, stunting growth, and extending the time it takes for the sunflowers to grow.