These gorgeous native plants bloom in a variety of colors and sizes, including pale yellow, oranges, and golds. Some are grown merely for their beauty while others, such as the Mammoth sunflower, are grown for their seeds.
Latin Name
Helianthus annuus
Family
Asteraceae
Type of Plant
Annuals
Bloom Season
July - August
Seasons
Summer
Specifications
Max Height: 10'
Max Spread: 3'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Birds
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
United States and Central America
History
They were discovered by the Spanish in the 1500s and were growing in colonial gardens by the 1600s.
Other Details
Pollinator
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Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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