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Willowleaf Sunflower

Scientific Name: Helianthus salicifolius A. Dietr.
Synonym: Helianthus filiformis, Helianthus filiformis, Helianthus orgyalis, Helianthus orgyalis
Family: Asteraceae

Helianthus orgyalis, Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 3: 479.

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 4-9

Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Origin: North America

Growth Habits: Perennial, 3 to 6 feet in height (0.9-1.8 m), 1 to 3 feet spread (0.3-0.9 m); drooping, willow-like, pale green leaves, 5 to 7 inches long (12-17 cm)

Flowers: Yellow flowers

Watering Needs: Medium moisture

Propagation: Seeds, division

The epithet 'salicifolius' comes from the Latin for "willow leaf".

Blooming Habits:
The Willowleaf Sunflower has yellow flowers with brown centers, 4 inches in diameter (10 cm), in August and September. They are great fresh cut flowers

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