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Helianthus maximilianii

New Mexico Sunflower

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Information by:         Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

This upright sunflower has beautiful yellow flowers with a black center in the spring.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walkways

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.