Perennial Of The Day

Helianthus salicifolius 'First Light'

Willowleaf Sunflower

Type Perennial

Hardy range 5A to 9A

Height 24" to 30" / 60cm to 75cm

Growth rate Fast

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Full sun

Bloom Color Yellow

Bloom Time Fall

The flowers are showy, suitable for cut flowers and suitable for dried flowers.

Environment This plant tolerates drought.
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes Willowleaf Sunflowers have very narrow leaves on tall stems. This species is more tolerant of drought-like conditions than other species, and it does quite well when pruned back in the summer.

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