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Common Sunflower

Common Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 12aZone 11b

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A tall, cheerful annual with large golden-yellow flower heads that track the sun throughout the day. Easy to grow from seed and beloved by pollinators, sunflowers are perfect for creating dramatic focal points in summer gardens.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
fast
Size
3–9′ tall × 1–2′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Asteraceae

Native to the United States

Native Range

Mexico and southwestern United States

Native to: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Companion Planting