Helianthus maximilianii

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Maximilian Sunflower

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

Annual that grows quickly to 10' x 2'. Yellow daisylike flowers appear in the fall. Birds love to eat seeds off of spent flowers. Accepts full sun. Sow seeds in the spring for great fall color.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Spanish, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Fall

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.