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Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen'

Also Known As

  • Lemon Queen Annual Sunflower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen' plant details

Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely sight in the late summer garden, this 4' perennial covers itself with cheery 2" lemon-yellow flowers. S/M
This fast growing branching sunflower has a multitude of blooms, each 5" diameter flower has dark chocolate centers surrounded with a ruff of pointed petals in bright lemon yellow. Bees love its pollen, we love it cut, and birds love the ripened seeds in fall. A win, win, win!

Gardening facts about Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen' plant

How to Grow Helianthus annuus 'Lemon Queen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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