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Helianthus 'Ring of Fire'

Also Known As

  • Ring of Fire Sunflower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Helianthus 'Ring of Fire' plant details

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

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: chocolate, red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthus 'Ring of Fire'

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

Gorgeous, 5-6” flowers look like a solar eclipse with their large chocolate-brown centers surrounded by a red ring & flaring out into golden petal tips. “Ring of Fire” grows 4-5’ tall & is heavily branched with long, sturdy stems - excellent for cutting! Birds love them, too. Rich soil is best. Reseeds!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Helianthus 'Ring of Fire' plant

How to Grow Helianthus 'Ring of Fire'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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