Helianthus annuus 'Arikara'

Also Known As

Arikara Sunflower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

1-11

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Helianthus annuus 'Arikara' plant details

Helianthus annuus 'Arikara' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helianthus annuus 'Arikara'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, heirloom, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthus annuus 'Arikara'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Named after the Native American tribe that grew and pounded it into sunflower meal, thereby creating the granola bar of the day. A mix of brightly colored single and multi headed flowers on sturdy plants

By: Select Seeds

A REAL American heirloom! Large flowers & edible seeds are reason enough to grow this beautiful Sunflower, but it has a rich history as well. ‘Arikara’ is named for the Arikara people, an agricultural Native American tribe that inhabited the Great Plains for hundreds of years & this Sunflower is part of their cultural heritage. Like many heirlooms, ‘Arikara’ is a variable strain, so if you plant a few, don’t expect a cookie-cutter line of sameness! Flower color ranges from yellow to orange, with brown or yellow centers & some plants are multi-headed. Plants are TALL & range from 10-12’ in height & 2-3’ wide. Sunflowers are highly attractive to bees & birds. Late in the season you will need to guard the seed heads if you want a taste!