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Add dramatic height and late-season color to your garden with Maximilian’s Sunflower (Helianthus maximiliani), a native perennial prized for its abundant bright yellow sunflower blooms that line tall, graceful stems from late summer into fall. This striking species provides essential nectar and pollen when many other flowers have finished blooming.
Maximilian’s Sunflower thrives in prairies, meadows, native plant gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Its flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects, while the seeds provide valuable food for birds and wildlife. Once established, this sunflower spreads by rhizomes, forming impressive stands ideal for habitat plantings and large spaces.
You will receive:
✔️ 50 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, untreated seeds
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful sowing
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Maximilian’s Sunflower
Botanical Name: Helianthus maximiliani
Plant Type: Native perennial wildflower
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Dry to medium, well-drained soil
Height: 6–10 feet
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Flower Color: Yellow
Native Range: Central North America
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9
Cold Stratification: Required (30–60 days)
Maximilian’s Sunflower grows best in sunny, open sites and tolerates drought once established. Seeds are best fall sown or cold stratified before spring planting. Plants are long lived and provide outstanding structure and habitat value.
Maximilian Sunflower Seeds – Helianthus maximiliani, Native Perennial, Late Season Blooms (50 Seeds)
Maximilian Sunflower Seeds – Helianthus maximiliani, Native Perennial, Late Season Blooms (50 Seeds)
$9.99