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Maximilian Sunflower

Helianthus maximiliani, Asteraceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Ohio SpiderwortTradescantia ohiensis
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Scarlet BuglerPenstemon barbatus
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Little BluestemSchizachyrium scoparium
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

ButternutJuglans cinerea

Juglone toxicity affects Maximilian sunflower growth and flowering

Orange ConeflowerRudbeckia fulgida

Maximilian sunflower's height and allelopathic compounds suppress orange coneflower

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlWildlife Food

Edible Parts

SeedsTubers

Common Questions

What zones does Maximilian Sunflower grow in?

Maximilian Sunflower grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Maximilian Sunflower?

Good companions for Maximilian Sunflower include Ohio Spiderwort, Scarlet Bugler, Little Bluestem.

Design guilds with Maximilian Sunflower and see companion relationships visually.

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