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Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 30 - 50 cm (12 - 20 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down' (dwarf willowleaf sunflower) bears showy and bright orange blossoms during late summer to mid autumn. This plant is upright and has showy, matte and fine textured foliage that is deep green in colour. Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down' (dwarf willowleaf sunflower) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down' is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.