Helianthus annuus 'Firecracker' (Common Sunflower)
Common Sunflower 'Firecracker', Comb Flower 'Firecracker', Golden Flower of Peru 'Firecracker', St Bartholomew's Star 'Firecracker'
Helianthus annuus 'Firecracker' (Common Sunflower) is a semi-dwarf, well-branched annual boasting a profusion of large, bicolor blossoms, 4-6 in. (10-15 cm), adorned with bright golden and orange petals surrounding chocolate brown centers. Blooming in summer, this compact, pollen-free Sunflower is perfect for containers or the sunny border. May need support until maturity
- Typically grows up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) and 8-12 in. wide (20-30 cm).
- 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.
- 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 | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spread | 8" – 1' (20cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 8" – 12" (20cm – 30cm) |
| 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, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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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 | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spread | 8" – 1' (20cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 8" – 12" (20cm – 30cm) |
| 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, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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