Below is a list of all known varieties for Sunflower Petal. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Sunflower "Autumn Beauty" | A variety with petals in a mix of bronze, red, and yellow. Used for a colorful garnish. |
| Sunflower "Evening Sun" | A variety with petals in a mix of bronze, orange, and deep red. Offers a striking color mix for salads. |
| Sunflower "Italian White" | A sunflower with pale, creamy-white petals. Milder in flavor than the yellow varieties. |
| Sunflower "Lemon Queen" | A variety with pale, lemon-yellow petals. The petals are edible with a mild, slightly bittersweet, "artichoke" flavor. |
| Sunflower "Mammoth Grey" | The classic, giant sunflower. The yellow ray petals are edible (bittersweet). The unopened buds can also be steamed like artichokes. |
| Sunflower "Teddy Bear" | A dwarf, fluffy, "double-bloom" variety with a pom-pom shape. The edible petals are numerous and less bitter. |
| Sunflower "Velvet Queen" | A variety with deep, rusty-red petals. Used for a dramatic, colorful garnish. Mildly bitter. |
| Sunflower Flower Bud (Unopened) | The immature, unopened flower head (bud). Can be steamed, boiled, and served with butter, similar to an artichoke heart. |