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    Helianthus 'Aurora Gold'

    Also Known As

    • Aurora Gold Sunflower

    Plant type

    annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 4'
    • W: 3'

    planting zones

    • 1-11

    Helianthus 'Aurora Gold' plant details

    Helianthus 'Aurora Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Helianthus 'Aurora Gold'

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT wide, 4 FT tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: cutting garden, self-sowing

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthus 'Aurora Gold'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Another fabulous, double crested Sunflower, ‘Aura Gold’ bears 5” across, golden yellow petals with a green center. The inner petals are smaller, somewhat curly & super double, forming the crest. MULTI-BRANCHING with long stems that are perfect for cutting. 4’ tall. Reseeds. Rich soil is best.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Helianthus 'Aurora Gold' plant

    How to Grow Helianthus 'Aurora Gold'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zones

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