Helianthus annuus 'Evening Sun' (Common Sunflower)
Common Sunflower 'Evening Sun', Comb Flower 'Evening Sun', Golden Flower of Peru 'Evening Sun', St Bartholomew's Star 'Evening Sun'
Particularly eye-catching, Helianthus annuus 'Evening Sun' (Common Sunflower) is a fast-growing, well-branched annual with oblong to lanceolate leaves and flowers that are reminiscent of a brilliant sunset. From summer to fall, it produces a profusion of large blossoms, up to 8-10 in. across (20-25 cm), adorned with warm copper to mahogany petals and a dark chocolate central disc. The flower heads are attractive to bees, butterflies and birds. Easy to grow and sensational at the back of a sunny border, this exquisite Sunflower makes outstanding cut flowers too.
- Typically grows up to 6-8 ft. tall (180-240 cm) and 24-30 in. wide (60-75 cm). May need support
- Prefers full sun and enjoys moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist, neutral to alkaline, well-drained soils. Site in a sheltered location, as the wind may catch the heavy heads.
- Low maintenance, this is an excellent choice for the back of perennial borders where the dazzling flowers are welcomed in any color scheme. Perfectly suited to the cutting garden, or cottage gardens.
- Attractive to bird, butterflies and bees, it is deer resistant.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Helianthus - Sunflowers |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) |
Height | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 30" (75cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Helianthus - Sunflowers |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) |
Height | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 30" (75cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |