Sun Perennial - Helianthus maximiliani

NEW! A sunny ladder of golden-yellow, 2-3in, daisy-like flowers develop all the way up the tall stems, similar to a hollyhock. Year after year, the sweet chocolate scent returns as blooms are produced and flower late July through October. This is a late-summer food source for both birds and butterflies. Germination: 7-21 days, 65-70F. Well-drained soil. Z4-9.

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Ship Season: both Spring & Fall

Items Per Package: 1 Packet (100 seeds)

Height: Stout upright, 3' - 10'

Bloom Time/Days To Maturity: Mid summer to frost.

Zone: 3 - 9 (-40 degrees F)

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Spacing: 2' -3'

Spread: 3' - 4'

Comments: Its strong, very tall stems with the top portion covered in flowers make a bold statement wherever it's planted. Very long lived, tolerant of heat and drought, thriving in poor infertile soils. Provides good cover for birds and wildlife. Also food for birds late in the year. RESTRICTED STATES, AE, AK, BC, GU, HI, PR