BROOKINGS, S.D. - A recent, informal survey of sunflower fields in Hughes and Sully Counties revealed the presence of Dectes stem borer in roots or at the base of many of the sunflower stems. Ruth ...

We anticipate that the wet weather we have been experiencing will have impact on populations and damage of some insect pests including sunflower stem weevil and grasshopper. However, pest monitoring ...

Growing giant sunflowers isn't just about picking a big variety, you also need to think carefully about placement, irrigation ...

Originally cultivated by Native Americans around 3,000 B.C., sunflower is a native North American plant that has become a worldwide favorite, valued for its beauty as well as its numerous uses, ...

BROOKINGS, S.D. - A recent, informal survey of sunflower fields in Hughes and Sully Counties in South Dakota revealed the presence of Dectes stem borer in roots or at the base of many of the sunflower ...

Casual volume is the key to a large country-cottage arrangement in a 15-inch-tall galvanized French flower bucket. Texas Master Florist Lisa Wright, flower manager at Central Market, offers these tips ...

Without fail, sometime around late summer you open your Instagram to find it awash in bright yellow. Influencers in floppy hats all seemed to find a field blooming with sunflowers over the weekend.

This article, originally posted in July 2021, was updated in July 2025. It’s the start of sunflower season, and whether you’re looking for a perfect photo op, some summer flowers to brighten your day, ...