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Woodland Sunflower (Helianthus divaricatus)

Woodland Sunflower (Helianthus divaricatus) is a hardy perennial with bright yellow flowers, adaptable to various light conditions and soil types.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light Requirements

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering Needs

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature Tolerance

Moderate

Hardy in USDA zones 4-8. Tolerates heat and moderate cold.

Fertilizer Needs

Low

Generally does not require heavy feeding. Compost is often sufficient.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.6 - 1.5 m

Spread

0.5 - 1.0 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2.5 - 7.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Helianthus leiostemon Raf. ex DC.
Helianthus truncatus Schwein. ex Elliott
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusHelianthus
  • speciesHelianthus divaricatus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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