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Helianthus silphioides

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 0.9 - 3 m (3 - 10 ft)
Spread 0.3 - 1.5 m (1 - 5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
Soil pH

Description The herbaceous perennial Helianthus silphioides (rosinweed sunflower) bears showy flowers during late summer to mid-fall.
Typical Uses Cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Helianthus silphioides (rosinweed sunflower) may be invasive.