Helianthus angustifolius ~ Swamp Sunflower size-14-ft Image: Stan Shebs
Baker’s notes & crumb story
Description
Image: Stan Shebs
COMPANION PLANTS: Japanese Maple
50’ - 70’
upright grass-like foliage is a soft green and in late spring a green scaly flower spikes above the foliage
Susceptible to powdery mildew if in poorly-drained soil
Helianthus angustifolius ~ Swamp Sunflower size-14-ft Image: Stan ShebsSwamp Sunflower is a salt tolerant late blooming perennial and doesnt spread aggressively like other sunflower selections. The showy yellow flowers that resemble large daises bloom in fall and continue until frost. Best bloom in full sun in acidic and moist to wet well drained soils. Helianthus angustifolius acts as a host for several butterflies, including the Silvery Checkerspot Butterfly. It attracts various butterflies and caterpillars which in