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Sunflower Seeds - Maximilian

This perennial heirloom cultivar is hardy in all USDA zones

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Edible
Reduces Erosion
North American Native
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Helianthus maximiliani

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 96 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Daisy-Shaped
  • Multi-Flowered

COLOR

  • Yellow

This North American native is a rarely seen, Perennial Sunflower. Growing in that more "wild" form, it is one of the classic North American Prairie Wildflowers. Once cultivated for its edible rhizome by Native Americans, it is now widely and popularly cultivated as a meadow wildflower or garden ornamental.

  • Perennial; A burst of color for your garden
  • Multiple blooms per stem - branching variety
  • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 36 to 48 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Stratification

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 720 Up to 25 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 13,615 Up to 400 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 54,460 Up to 2,000 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 217,840 Up to 8,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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Sunflower Seeds - Maximilian

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Sunflower Seeds - Maximilian FAQs

What is Maximilian Sunflower also known as?

Maximilian Sunflower is also known as Comb Flower, Golden Flower of Peru, and St. Bartholomew's Star.

What type of seed is Maximilian Sunflower?

Maximilian Sunflower is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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