Woodland Sunflower - Helianthus divaricatus

Easy to grow, Woodland Sunflower is a top wildlife plant. More than 70 species of North American moths and butterflies rely on it as a host plant, including Checkerspots and Painted Ladies. Its seeds are important to a many birds, including Sparrows, Titmice and Goldfinches, so leave the seedheads in winter. It may colonize. Soil Type: Loam/Sand Soil Conditions: Average-Dry Flower Color: Yellow Flower Time: June-September Height: 5' Light: Part-Sun Features: Birds, Pollinators, Larval Host Credits: