🌻 Sunflower
Helianthus annuus
Tall, Cheerful Blooms That Love the Sun
🌿 Grown as an annual in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: North America
Iconic yellow blooms with dark centers atop sturdy stems. Loved by pollinators and perfect for sunny gardens.
☀️ Light: Full sun
💧 Water: Moderate; prefers well-draining soil
📏 Size: 3–6 ft H × 1–2 ft W (varies by variety)
🌼 Bloom Time: Spring–summer
🪴 Landscape Use: Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens & cut flower beds
💡 Casaplanta Tip:
Use Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend to support tall stems and large blooms.