Family: Asteraceae
(ass-ter-AY-see-ee) Genus: Helianthus (hee-lee-AN-thus) Species: annuus (AN-yoo-us) Cultivar: Autumn Beauty
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Category AnnualsWater Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingAverage Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater Sun Exposure Full SunFoliage HerbaceousFoliage Color UnknownHeight 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) Spacing 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)24-36 in. (60-90 cm) Hardiness Not Applicable |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger N/ABloom Color RedOrange Red-Orange Bright Yellow Brown/Bronze Bloom Characteristics This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Mid SummerLate Summer/Early Fall Mid Fall Other details UnknownSoil pH requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From seed; sow indoors before last frostFrom seed; direct sow after last frost Seed Collecting Bag seedheads to capture ripening seedAllow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds |