Helianthus maximilianii |
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New Mexico Sunflower |
Description
This upright sunflower has beautiful yellow flowers with a black center in the spring.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
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:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.