Bowood Farms
4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

314 · 454 · 6868

Helianthus occidentalis

Helianthus occidentalis (Western Sunflower)

Western Sunflower

Bright yellow star-like flowers. Low mounds of basal foliage.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Dry to medium soils in full sun. Does great in the naturalized garden, great cutflower as well.

Interesting Information
Helianthus is derived from helios, the sun, and anthos,a flower. a favorite food source for finches. Also good for holding dry soils/erosion control.


Plant Type
Perennial

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Bloom Color
Yellow

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Foliage Color
Smooth Green


Height
32-36 Inches


Spread
8-12 Inches


USDA Hardiness Zone
4-8


Patented
No

Schizachyrium scoparium

(Little Bluestem Grass )

Aster laevis

(Smooth Aster )

Grey Headed Coneflower

Ratibida pinnata

(Grey Headed Coneflower )

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Color
Yellow
Landscape Interest
Hummingbird
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Med-Dry
Missouri Native
Missouri Native
Season of Interest (Flowering)
July
August
Attributes
Dried Flower
Cut Flower
Fragrance