Helianthus 'Floristan'

Also Known As

Floristan Sunflower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

1-11

Helianthus 'Floristan' plant details

Helianthus 'Floristan' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer chocolate, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies 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 'Floristan'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: chocolate, red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthus 'Floristan'

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

This beautiful new bicolor Sunflower is equally suited for cut flower as well as creating a real show in your garden. Growing 3’-5’ tall, it also produces long side branches. The plentiful flowers have a dark central disc, bordered by striking reddish brown petals with golden yellow tips. I saw this Sunflower growing in a gardener’s front yard one Summer and was thrilled over how showy and cartoon-like it was. It also blooms for a very long time!