Woodland Sunflower (Helianthus divaricatus) is a seasonal plant with yellow blooms from summer into early fall. They prefer dry to mesic soil in sun to part sun but can tolerate shade. They grow up to 6 feet tall and are a good choice for banks and slopes. Companion plants include Big-Leaved Aster (Eurybia macrophylla) and Prairie Alumroot (Heuchera richardsonii).
Maintenance
Plants may need staking.
About
Light Requirements
Sun,
Part Sun,
Shade Moisture Requirements
Banks,
Slopes Soil Requirements
Loam,
Rock,
Sand Height
Medium,
Tall Spacing
2 feet Category
Seasonal Attracts
Bees,
Birds,
Butterflies Illinois Native Plant Status
Yes Bloom Time
July,
August,
September Bloom Color
Yellow Seasonality
Fall,
Summer Sociability
Groups of 5-10