West Amwell’s own Brian Moore just did something most of us only dream about when we forget to mow the yard. He grew the tallest sunflower on the planet. Not a little bit taller. This is a sky-scraping 35 feet and 9 inches tall, officially recognized by Guinness World Records.
Moore isn’t just someone who tossed a seed in the dirt and hoped for the best. He’s a lifelong plant breeder who actually created the seed that became this massive sunflower. The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners brought him in for a special recognition, and it’s easy to see why. Commissioner Director John E. Lanza said Moore’s creativity and steady passion perfectly capture what makes the county’s farming history so special. And honestly, it’s hard to argue with that when a flower is brushing the clouds.
How The Sunflower Reached Record-Breaking Heights
The whole project started at Moore’s home in West Amwell, where he bred the unique sunflower seed. Once it was ready,…..