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| Family | Compositae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
| | Care Level | medium | | Height | 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | |
| | Description | The herbaceous perennial Helianthus occidentalis (sunflower) bears showy blooms during late summer to early autumn. | | Typical Uses | Cut flowers. | | Special Characteristics | This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Helianthus occidentalis (sunflower) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |
