Meet Sunflower Steve! How He Created a New Sunflower Variety

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  • Опубліковано 21 жов 2024

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  • @nancyverburg315
    @nancyverburg315 3 роки тому +13

    Is Steve selling the seeds to Co's or can we order from him?

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому +15

      Steve is currently in talks with several distribution companies for selling. Stay tuned!

    • @dacebruz2626
      @dacebruz2626 3 роки тому +9

      Flower Hill Farm
      You should pin this. Everyone wants the seeds

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому +4

      Sure! All of those details were explained in the first video in the series but I realize not everyone saw that one.

    • @Angela410R
      @Angela410R 3 роки тому +2

      Steve the sunflowers are amazing they're so pretty. Your hands have been slightly touched by the Angel's wing with such a gift as you have.

    • @jeanniehall1440
      @jeanniehall1440 3 роки тому +1

      Amazing structure, color, etc. Would love to purchase some of his varieties..
      Would love to be a test location to help in development.

  • @marydrew3568
    @marydrew3568 3 роки тому

    I am over the moon excited about Steve's new stunning wonders! I would call them Pro Cut Stunning Wonders! I would be so proud to buy these seeds for my farm and feature them in my flower bouquets. These are charming and so cheerful!
    🌻💐💖🌻💐💖🌻💐💖🌻💐💖🌻💐

  • @MrsLovelyPendragon
    @MrsLovelyPendragon 3 роки тому

    That *COPPER* sunflower is to die for!!!!! 🌻😍😍😍😍😍🌻 OMG GORGEOUS

  • @jcking6785
    @jcking6785 3 роки тому +36

    What a nice guy! His story is the American Dream; hard work, persistence, dedication and vision. Maybe his sunflowers should be named American Dream.
    🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

  • @debraraiche3327
    @debraraiche3327 3 роки тому +3

    How SOON can we BUY these Beautiful SEEEDS? Oh I so so so (did I say) so LOVE these Sunflowers!!! All Sunflowers Make me smile....but these truly bring out the glow from inside out! They have such a Beautiful Glow to them!!! EXCITED about getting some seeds!

  • @averageboring5750
    @averageboring5750 3 роки тому

    My favorite episode of yours. Steve was also my favorite guest. Good job every one.

  • @ericaroberts3919
    @ericaroberts3919 3 роки тому +1

    I want Sunflower Steve to adopt me! What a humble and likeable person. -This is the coolest project!!! I can't wait for these beauties to become available :) I love them all but the blush tones are my favorite!

  • @gardengirl7446
    @gardengirl7446 3 роки тому

    A sunflower miracle for a wonderful man and his family! 🌻

  • @gardingyrl3501
    @gardingyrl3501 3 роки тому +1

    those are the most amazing flowers I have ever seen I think he should name them the SERENDIPTY SUNFLOWER SERIES

  • @carolynmangipudi9898
    @carolynmangipudi9898 3 роки тому

    I love each & every single sunflower Steve was sharing....just stunning. I had a volunteer sunflower, which was the beginning of a new love for sunflowers since. One of my favorites now. Thank you for sharing.

  • @kimberlygreidanus5639
    @kimberlygreidanus5639 3 роки тому +1

    i am so looking forward to being able to buy these...what a gift, what a gift to others i sell to too...they wont believe their eyes!!!

  • @lavinapoppleton1396
    @lavinapoppleton1396 3 роки тому

    Gosh, I just love following this thread! So interesting!!
    You ARE onto something Sunflower Steve…don’t give up!
    And thank you Flower Hill Farm for sharing this with us.

  • @FinC221
    @FinC221 3 роки тому +1

    Ummm, so cool! I’m in the same town as Sunflower Steve... now I really want to meet this guy 🥰🥰🥰

  • @cherigreen4471
    @cherigreen4471 3 роки тому +19

    OMG! This was fabulous, Steve is such an interesting person and yes we all need these sunflowers!!!

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому +6

      He’s a great friend! I’m so excited for his success 💐🌻🐝

  • @catherineferguson5215
    @catherineferguson5215 3 роки тому

    Greetings from Kansas! I am in awe of anyone who can manage a flower farm this size and still doggedly pursue a breeding project! We are driven, taking the risks and doing the hard labor simply for the love and unending passion for flowers. I've got to tell you Nicole..I was feeling overwhelmed and blue on this January week and I stumbled across your videos. All I can say is thank you..your humor and energy reignited my determination and plan at my little Blue Lotus Ranch. Thanks for keeping it real!

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому

      Steve is definitely dedicated! I'm so glad you are here, Catherine!

  • @tinaloitz4125
    @tinaloitz4125 3 роки тому +1

    Oh my word... these are so stunning. I sure hope the seed companies get super excited just as we are.... and bring these to the market asap!!!! Kudos Steve... thank you for these.

  • @michellekrantz888
    @michellekrantz888 3 роки тому +7

    OMG, I literally posted my comment about bringing tears to my eyes and then you said people are crying over these. It's so true!!!

  • @YouCantEatTheGrass
    @YouCantEatTheGrass 3 роки тому

    I love this! You can see at the end how much it means to him to finally see all his hard work appreciated. I am always passionate about supporting seed farmers - seeds are worth all the money. But hearing about the sacrifices and years of work that Steve has had to make to be able to one day, maybe, create something so beautiful for us all to have, really cements my appreciation.

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому

      Couldn't agree more!

    • @sunflowersteve3940
      @sunflowersteve3940 3 роки тому

      I'm a little slow to answer, not a big social media guy but...Thank you for your kind comments Serina.

  • @prayingthruit554
    @prayingthruit554 3 роки тому

    I would love to be in Steve’s waiting list. March is just around the corner.

  • @nadinecartwright1979
    @nadinecartwright1979 3 роки тому +5

    Yeah those blush pink are gorgeous :o

  • @carystanley33
    @carystanley33 3 роки тому

    Afternoon Delight Variety - Simply, Sassy, Showy, Sultry, and Swoon

  • @mizsparkie5479
    @mizsparkie5479 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for bringing Steve to us, and thank you Steve for working with nature to bring us these!! Bless!

  • @loveandlighthomestead1915
    @loveandlighthomestead1915 3 роки тому

    I am chomping at the bit for some of the seeds! I don't think I have ever been so excited in my life😆

  • @FITZIEBLUE
    @FITZIEBLUE 3 роки тому +2

    came here from "Can't Eat The Grass"....glad i did....now i'll check out Steve's channel !

  • @Cuarandera
    @Cuarandera Рік тому

    I got 5 packets this year. I feel lucky to have something so special to plant in my garden.

  • @veggiequeen2738
    @veggiequeen2738 3 роки тому +1

    I definitely want to buy and grow his sunflower varieties 🌻

  • @nancykrehbiel8956
    @nancykrehbiel8956 3 роки тому +19

    I have never clicked on a video so fast! Love being a part of your flower family. You grow just as much joy as you do flowers!

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому +1

      Aw you are the sweetest Nancy! Thank you 🙏 💐🥰

  • @pyt1010
    @pyt1010 3 роки тому

    I’m definitely getting Sunflower Steve sunflowers when they’re available. Thank you for introducing me to Steve.

  • @natashasouliere1786
    @natashasouliere1786 3 роки тому

    I need these beautiful sunflowers! I'm addicted to these maroon sunflowers. I just planted seedlings outside that I grew from seed today (zone 9b-its gorgeous right now). I HAVE NEVER PLANTED FLOWERS IN MY LIFE!!! Steve, I love your enthusiasm and ingenuity. Let's see what happens;)

  • @betsymaltby6788
    @betsymaltby6788 3 роки тому +4

    Sunflower Steve, I wish you great success for all the time and work you have done. Your sunflowers are gorgeous! Thanks Nicole for sharing the journey.

  • @MadeByFrance
    @MadeByFrance 3 роки тому +2

    Ces tournesols sont magnifiques! I wish I was his neighbor.

  • @DalhiaSun
    @DalhiaSun 3 роки тому +1

    I would love to grow his beautiful sunflowers they are gorgeous!

  • @aprilwilliams6418
    @aprilwilliams6418 3 роки тому +2

    The best part of Covid.....Steve!!!! Thanks for sharing this with us we are SOOOO grateful!!!! Steves seeds are going to go global!!!

  • @suehill6194
    @suehill6194 3 роки тому +3

    yes..we are desperate for something cool. more like stunningly beautiful! thank you for the great interview! I can see why you two have a great friendship.

  • @glendenedouglass9572
    @glendenedouglass9572 3 роки тому +3

    Tell Steve he is amazing along with his flowers

  • @SupermindCo
    @SupermindCo 3 роки тому

    This is the most exciting story I've ever heard. :)

  • @estherlista
    @estherlista 3 роки тому +1

    Sweet!!!! Love this! I cannot wait to get hold of his sunflower seeds! 😍😍😍

  • @sharongeorge4096
    @sharongeorge4096 3 роки тому

    What a great story and such BEAUTIFUL sunflowers 🌻
    Would love to grow them some day 🌈❤️

  • @romelmadray6706
    @romelmadray6706 3 роки тому

    Without overexagerating these seeds, might change my life. Want them for sure.

  • @TheFlotronFunnyFarm
    @TheFlotronFunnyFarm 3 роки тому

    Loved hearing his year by year breakdown of breeding. Fascinating! I wish I can do that someday!

  • @lydianunez9030
    @lydianunez9030 3 роки тому

    Fabulous Fusion Sunflowers mix is what I'm calling them for now, I can't wait to get my hands on some of those seeds...I'll be waiting anxiously!

  • @n.w.414
    @n.w.414 3 роки тому

    Steve, I know I am a month behind but I am just seeing this and thank you so much for all you and your family are doing. These are just beautiful! Eventually the florist industry will catch up, but we all know now and of course the word will spread.

  • @christiensgarden3325
    @christiensgarden3325 3 роки тому +3

    Sooo exciting...I will happily do the transplanting experiment

  • @daniellegrows2498
    @daniellegrows2498 3 роки тому +4

    Steve it’s HONESTLY THE MOST BEAUTIFUL FLOWER IVE EVER SEEN!!!! I can’t wait and dream of the day I can add these into my garden and WHAT AN AMAZING story to go with them to tell people. I love the story of plants ALMOST as much as the plants themselves!!! I’m so thankful you shared them with Nicole so we know about them too!!! I look forward to the next video, keep them coming PLEASE!!!!!! Nicole can you do a double live with him lol 😂 THNAK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS WITH US NICOLE!!

  • @LG2022xv
    @LG2022xv 3 роки тому +3

    wow that was interesting. what a nice humble guy. I can only hope his seeds are shared around so all of us can enjoy his beautiful sunflowers. Thanks Nicole

  • @Annathranholm
    @Annathranholm 3 роки тому +1

    I live in Sweden, I hope 🤞I will be able to get Steve’s sunflowers 🌻

  • @gardenofpraise567
    @gardenofpraise567 3 роки тому

    Sweet girls! Lovely flower farmers! Beautiful spirits! Thank you!

  • @peoniesofamerica
    @peoniesofamerica 3 роки тому

    What a wonderful story! Growing flowers is a beautiful thing for many minds. The profits come with hard work and dedication. The Sunflowers are MARVELOUS!! 🌻

  • @rebeccahudlin4397
    @rebeccahudlin4397 3 роки тому +8

    What a genuine and humble guy.Thank you for sharing this amazing story. Sunflowers are special to so many, especially here in kansas. I cant wait for the seeds to be available!❤🌻

  • @annettehellbusch6181
    @annettehellbusch6181 3 роки тому

    Gorgeous Sunflowers!!! Hope to see them for sale SOON...

  • @lidasheppard4968
    @lidasheppard4968 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing! Absolutely beautiful his sunflowers!

  • @heidiclark6612
    @heidiclark6612 3 роки тому +1

    What a cool guy! I am so appreciative that he chose to follow through and develop these sunflowers.

  • @karac.a.
    @karac.a. 3 роки тому +2

    I am so excited for the seeds to become available! I'd love to surprise my mom and grandmother with them 😄💕🌻

  • @dustyacres
    @dustyacres 3 роки тому

    Wonderful video. So glad to have found your channel. What a great mentor Steve is

  • @madamegazitano-carro6124
    @madamegazitano-carro6124 3 роки тому +2

    Steve is so cool! And he's right...i gasped when he said he threw down and trampled the singles.....

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому +3

      He’s the coolest- might make a shirt about him

    • @madamegazitano-carro6124
      @madamegazitano-carro6124 3 роки тому +1

      @@FlowerHillFarm sunflower steve groupie gear!?$?! We might need one for gina too then!!!

    • @sunflowersteve3940
      @sunflowersteve3940 3 роки тому +1

      @@madamegazitano-carro6124 For the record, I didn't trample them. I just decapitated them:)

    • @madamegazitano-carro6124
      @madamegazitano-carro6124 3 роки тому

      @@sunflowersteve3940 is that better!?!?! Lol
      Lets Call Marie Antoinette and ask!

  • @Sunny14136
    @Sunny14136 3 роки тому

    Beautiful and amazing sunflowers!

  • @hanginwithhippiecowboy7978
    @hanginwithhippiecowboy7978 3 роки тому

    Stunning sunflowers 🌻

  • @marycampbell4160
    @marycampbell4160 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome they are gorgeous congratulations to Steve

  • @ashleybrown8958
    @ashleybrown8958 3 роки тому +2

    Loved this video! He’s such a cool guy - would love to visit his property! Thanks for making this video.

  • @amysgardenstead2879
    @amysgardenstead2879 3 роки тому +2

    Love “Professional Gambler”. Steve thank you for all your hard work. I can’t wait for those seed. The first thing I did was look for a link to buy them.

  • @cherylwhitesell2522
    @cherylwhitesell2522 3 роки тому

    Wow, what a story! He should call them the Gamblers Beauties. By Chance, I just want them!!!!

  • @lavenderinbloomflowerfarm1420
    @lavenderinbloomflowerfarm1420 3 роки тому

    Can not wait to grab some of his seeds one day!

  • @wanderertimetogo348
    @wanderertimetogo348 3 роки тому +1

    Cant wait to get my hands on these.

  • @shawncrowley9386
    @shawncrowley9386 3 роки тому

    Love the sunflower. Can’t wait to buy some! Love more of the pink and burgundy flake.

  • @CuriousCreature
    @CuriousCreature 3 роки тому +7

    Stunning discovery. Hope he negotiates royalties for each sale. I would pay a premium price.

  • @lani_lucia
    @lani_lucia Рік тому

    Beautiful sunflowers!

  • @cangarden7833
    @cangarden7833 3 роки тому +4

    WOWZERS! These are gorgeous! I can not wait for these to hit the Canadian market. Yes, I know it will be sometime, but they will be worth the wait! Sunflowers have a special place in our family, so, yup, these will go in my garden journal when a name is found!

  • @gardenergal5198
    @gardenergal5198 3 роки тому +1

    I’m from Wisconsin too and SO excited for these flowers!! Thank you for putting in all that hard work Steve!

  • @caitlinpretty4652
    @caitlinpretty4652 3 роки тому +3

    Cannot wait to buy these when they are available :) Steve you should feel SO validated just like you said! These are so stunning and bring out so much joy, excitement, and inspiration :) thank you for all of your hard work and passion

  • @chandunetha8717
    @chandunetha8717 3 роки тому

    Thanks for video for bringing colourful sunflower knowledge and we need seeds

  • @joyanne440
    @joyanne440 3 роки тому +3

    These sunflowers are spectacular!!

  • @emptychallice
    @emptychallice 3 роки тому +2

    We love flowers Sunflower Steve! Thanks for explaining breeding.

  • @coryjohnsonblah-_-blah-bla7870
    @coryjohnsonblah-_-blah-bla7870 3 роки тому +1

    I am 24 an have been hybridizing daylilys for 4 years now. It is a bunch of work but is rewarding to see new seedlings bloom every year! I might have to try crossing some sunflowers next year. So cool!

  • @micheleparisio6573
    @micheleparisio6573 3 роки тому +2

    Hi, the video made me cry wth joy, I am so passionate about gardening! Living in the South of France the sunflowers evoke provence and the fantastic lumière that has encouraged so many artists! The new sun flower reminds me of MUMs how about the DADS or the PAPAS or POPs or STOPS, SoL-Leos. Whatever you decide to call your glorious blooms I would love to have some seeds please? A glimmer of sunlight at the end of the dark tunnel and hope for the end of covid and confinement. I wish you all a happy, healthy New 2021! Mxx
    Bravo, bravo, bravo...

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому

      They are so special- I am so happy they exist in this world!

  • @John-fg1dj
    @John-fg1dj 3 роки тому +4

    “Magnificent Wonder”

  • @evemaewill4
    @evemaewill4 3 роки тому +3

    It’s a beautiful thing that it’s fellow flower growers that are the most excited about and appreciative of Steve’s work!

    • @karenschwartz5209
      @karenschwartz5209 3 роки тому

      So cool, listening to Steve! Thank you Nicole. For the 1st time I just seeded 4 varieties of Sunflowers for cut flowers. OMG, I can't wait!

  • @natalietolchard7896
    @natalietolchard7896 3 роки тому

    What an inspiration you are Steve. I enjoyed your hope and story! Those feisty Sunflowers are perfect.

  • @thesimpleliferanch9323
    @thesimpleliferanch9323 3 роки тому +2

    Christmas is over, come on Spring.... these Sunflowers are beyond GORGEOUS!

  • @carriemoriarity5806
    @carriemoriarity5806 3 роки тому +2

    I can't wait to be able to grow these! That branching copper one was beyond fabulous! Steve, you've done an amazing job - thank you!!

  • @gardengatesopen
    @gardengatesopen 3 роки тому +1

    Lemon Fleck is a good name for his favorite! 🌻

  • @carrietorney5342
    @carrietorney5342 3 роки тому +2

    Steve Thanks for sharing your story. There are so many female names of flowers. I would suggest Matthew which means "Gift from God" because it certainly seems to be a gift given to you.....someone who would take care of that gift. I can't wait to grow them!!

  • @elmaelmar2761
    @elmaelmar2761 3 роки тому +2

    Wow!! This was very interesting!! Good for him,He deserves great success!! I can not wait to get my hands on some!! Congratulations Steve!!

  • @sinntax1647
    @sinntax1647 3 роки тому

    Gosh, I wish this video went for hours! Love it!

  • @guyjulius8078
    @guyjulius8078 3 роки тому +3

    Erin from Inpatient Gardener we’re talking about these sunflowers on a live stream the other day. Super exciting stuff.

    • @FlowerHillFarm
      @FlowerHillFarm  3 роки тому +1

      Yes! I was on her live stream hanging out! Fun times :)

  • @emptynestgardens9057
    @emptynestgardens9057 3 роки тому +7

    So very interesting!! Never realized the time involved in breeding a new variety. That copper one 😍😍😍

    • @45jessiemad
      @45jessiemad 3 роки тому +2

      Right?? I want that copper one too!

  • @kathypope3010
    @kathypope3010 3 роки тому +1

    I'm so happy for him and his family. He deserves this after all the work and time they have put into it. Thank you so much for this series. Its so fun. You are the best.

  • @rebecaorsi554
    @rebecaorsi554 3 роки тому +5

    Hard work paid off . These flowers are so beautiful. Wish you the best.

  • @keishas.2919
    @keishas.2919 3 роки тому +1

    Steve, we’re so excited! I’m already imagining these in my garden!

  • @kellyferren2705
    @kellyferren2705 3 роки тому +1

    Very interesting and what a beautiful sunflower 🌻🌻🌻 and I still think they look like a tapestry

  • @lucasyoungerberg4740
    @lucasyoungerberg4740 3 роки тому +1

    Ah!!! I can't wait for his seeds to go on sale!!!! 😭

  • @lrmerideth
    @lrmerideth 3 роки тому +4

    This was soooo coool to hear the history. Those hydrangeas were BEAUTIFUL

  • @lakebreezeliving3232
    @lakebreezeliving3232 3 роки тому +2

    These are just beautiful!!

  • @raffaelahusner6922
    @raffaelahusner6922 3 роки тому

    I would love to grow Steves sunflowers 🥰! I hope someday I can get my hands on them somehow!!!

  • @yvonnepegram3859
    @yvonnepegram3859 3 роки тому +2

    Love all the colors. The hydrangea was beautiful

  • @elanacrane7820
    @elanacrane7820 3 роки тому +3

    I’ve watched the first video in this series 3 or 4 times. Fascinating to hear how many years of work have gone into this. Very cool.

  • @kolajohnson1351
    @kolajohnson1351 3 роки тому +4

    Wow! Great video! So interesting to hear how Steve started to develop this sunflower!

  • @kimmurphy6864
    @kimmurphy6864 3 роки тому +2

    This is so amazing 💕💕💕

  • @robinselby1
    @robinselby1 3 роки тому +4

    Steve’s sunflowers are gorgeous I can’t wait to see and hear his successes! I adored the shots of his hydrangeas also!

  • @suesmith9665
    @suesmith9665 3 роки тому

    Yellow are still my favorite

  • @leighsprather7937
    @leighsprather7937 3 роки тому +2

    Such a great story! Love Steve! Can't wait to hear the rest of the story!