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Maximilian Sunflower
Maximilian Sunflower
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Maximilian Sunflower (Helianthus maximiliani) is a tall prairie perennial with yellow flowers in late summer and fall. It forms strong stands over time and adds height to meadow and naturalized plantings.
The late flowers provide nectar for pollinators, and the mature seed heads feed birds.
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Growing details
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
- Mature size
- 2 to 10 ft tall and 2 to 4 ft wideSpreads into strong stands over time
- Flowers
- Yellow flowers in late summer and fallLate nectar for pollinators
- Wildlife
- Seed heads feed birds
- Site and soil
- Full sun in soil that drains wellAverage to fairly dry. Give it room to spread
More about this plant
A tall prairie perennial
Maximilian sunflower is Helianthus maximiliani.
Cold hardinessZone 3 · Canadian maps for this plant
Zone 3 and warmer
The map shows minimum winter hardiness. Soil, moisture and summer warmth also affect how a plant grows.
About these maps
Climate: Natural Resources Canada, 1991–2020. Provincial distribution: VASCAN via retained botanical research. Province outlines: Natural Earth, public domain.
Open Government Licence – Canada