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Product Info
Woodland Sunflower (Helianthus divaricatus)
Aster FamilyWoodland Sunflower is a shade-loving perennial, making it a great choice for areas with dappled sunlight or bright woodland edges. Unlike many of its sunflower relatives, this species thrives in dry, partly shaded conditions where other sunflowers might struggle. It typically grows 3 to 5 feet tall, with rough, narrow leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. Native bees, including specialist species, visit the flowers frequently, while butterflies use it as both a nectar source and, in some cases, a larval host. Seed attracts many species of birds and small mammals. Woodland Sunflower spreads by rhizomes and can form colonies, making it an excellent option for naturalistic plantings, erosion control on shaded slopes, or boosting biodiversity in low-maintenance landscapes. It's deer-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and blends beautifully with other woodland-edge natives.
- Blooms: Yellow, 4-6 weeks, Jun-Aug
- Leaves:Narrow, rough
- Height: 3-5’
- Space:2-3’
- Soil:Average-Dry
- Exposure:Part Shade-Shade
- Fauna: High value–supports specialized bees, host plant, seeds for animals
- Seeds: Favored by finches and other wildlife
- Deer Resistance:High
- Zone:3-8
- Native Status: NC native, common in the Piedmont and Mountains, rare in the Coastal Plain
- Provenance:Unknown, seed grown
