Common Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
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Common Sunflower is a 5-9' tall summer flowering wildflower. This wild Helianthus plant is a many branched plant with multiple flower heads, with each up to 8" wide. It is a native annual growing in full sun and does best in dry to medium soil moisture sites.
Species Details
| Common Name (Botanical Name) | Common Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) |
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| Bloom Season | Summer |
| Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Duration | Annual |
| Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
| Soil texture | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Status | Native |
| Wetland status | FAC;FACU |
| pH | Acidic;Neutral |
| pH Values | 5.5/7.8 |
| Average height | 6+ ft |
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| RNS Region | 4;5;6;7 |
| Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
| Seeds Per Lb. | 47000 |
| Seeds Per Oz | 2938 |
| Seeds Per Packet | 150 |
| Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Wildlife Food;Quality Forage;Nectar Source; |