Helianthus salicifolius First Light for Sale

Common Name: Sunflower

Helianthus salicifolius 'First Light' Sunflower has showy, yellow daisy flowers on tall plants of dark green, needle-like foliage. Helianthus 'First Light' produces masses of blooms throughout its growing season. Helianthus salicifolius is native the central U.S. and parts of the east coast. It is attractive to butterflies and makes an excellent cut flower.

Helianthus 'First Light' prefers full sun and average to moist, well-drained soil. This long-blooming perennial is drought tolerant once established. It makes a great companion with grasses, Hemerocallis, or Agastache.

Characteristics

Height in Inches at Maturity: 44-60
Width in Inches at Maturity: 36
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Moist, well-drained
Pollinator: Birds
Zones: 6-9
Patent: 13150

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