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Ukrainian Immigrant Sets Record with 35-Foot Sunflower

9/12/2025

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Alex Babich, 47, from Fort Wayne, Indiana, grew the tallest sunflower, “Clover,” measuring 35 feet 9 inches, as confirmed by Guinness World Records.
A Ukrainian immigrant, Babich started growing sunflowers seven years ago to honor his homeland.
His son added four-leaf clovers to the sunflower for good luck.
The sunflower represents peace in Ukraine, particularly after the 2022 invasion.
Babich plans to release a documentary titled “Bloom” this summer and distributes sunflower seed packets at local festivals.

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Alex Babich, 47, from Fort Wayne, Indiana, grew the tallest sunflower, “Clover,” measuring 35 feet 9 inches, as confirmed by Guinness World Records.
A Ukrainian immigrant, Babich started growing sunflowers seven years ago to honor his homeland.
His son added four-leaf clovers to the sunflower for good luck.
The sunflower represents peace in Ukraine, particularly after the 2022 invasion.
Babich plans to release a documentary titled “Bloom” this summer and distributes sunflower seed packets at local festivals.