We could all do with some sunshine in our lives, and what better way to guarantee it than to plant a few sunflowers, which provide an instant mood boost with their cheerful flowers, as well as being good for wildlife? They come in a fabulous array of sizes, including short, compact varieties that are ideal for adding a burst of colour to containers and mid-sized ones that can be incorporated into a border. Their proper name is Helianthus, so look out for that on seed packets.
There are a surprising number of different colours, ranging from dark chocolate tones,
