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Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix]

Also Known As

  • Helianthus 'Autumn Beauty'
  • Autumn Beauty Sunflower Mix

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix] plant details

Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix] is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze, chocolate, orange, purple and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze, chocolate, orange, purple and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, hedge, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix]

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, 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.

Gardening facts about Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix] plant

How to Grow Helianthus annuus [Autumn Beauty mix]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
    • yellow
    • purple
    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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