perennial

Helianthus maximilianii | Maximilian Sunflower

Maximilian Sunflower is a perennial typically grown as an annual. Start from seeds in the spring. It grows quite tall, to 6 feet or more, so place at back of plantings or border. Produces profuse numbers of daisylike flowers up to 3 inches across. Canopy coverage: 3 square feet.

Water Requirement: moderate

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to -20F

Growth Rate: fast

Height: 10 feet high

Width: 2 feet wide

Deciduous

Foliage Color: bright green

Flower Color: yellow

Flower Season: spring, summer

Wildlife: birds