Helianthus occidentalis / Western sunflower

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Type:
Native Habitat:
Light: Full Sun
Soil: Dry to Medium
Growth: 2-4’ tall, 1.5-2’ wide
Bloom: Yellow in August-September
Spread:
Faunal interaction:

Additional info: This native perennial sunflower tolerates a wide range of soils from sandy to humusy soils. This sunflower is shorter then most of its relatives and is sometimes called few-leaf sunflower due to its almost bare flowering stems. This plant can be a good choice for borders and erosion control. Attractive to both birds and butterflies.

Size:

Type:
Native Habitat:
Light: Full Sun
Soil: Dry to Medium
Growth: 2-4’ tall, 1.5-2’ wide
Bloom: Yellow in August-September
Spread:
Faunal interaction:

Additional info: This native perennial sunflower tolerates a wide range of soils from sandy to humusy soils. This sunflower is shorter then most of its relatives and is sometimes called few-leaf sunflower due to its almost bare flowering stems. This plant can be a good choice for borders and erosion control. Attractive to both birds and butterflies.