Harvesting your sunflowers 5 easy steps to a great snack STEP 1: Look for heads that are wilted and have begun to dry out. Remember, not all of your sunflowers will be ready to harvest at the same time. STEP 2: Using a pair of sharp garden shears cut the head and the first 2 inches of the stem off. STEP3: Remove all of the dead petals and place each head in a brown paper bag. You may be able to fit two in each bag if they are small. STEP 4: Close the bag loosely and store in a cool, dry place, such as a cabinet in your kitchen. DO NOT make the mistake of keeping them in your garage. I did that a few years ago and lost all of my seeds to bugs! STEP 5: One the heads are dry, poke each seed out using your fingers or a spoon. It may take more than two weeks for the heads to be completely dry. Voila! You have created your own tasty snack! Upcoming Meetings & Events The Cider House Saturday, September 23 - Tuesday, October 31 Hick's Nursery 100 Jericho Tpke Westbury For more information, please call: 516-334-0066