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Helianthus salicifolius 'Autumn Gold'

Willowleaf Sunflower

  • A wonderful addition to the perennial garden
  • Narrow, dark-green leaves
  • Shrub-like appearance habit
  • Golden-yellow flowers until hard frost

Darwin Perennial
  • Category: Perennials
  • Breeder: Darwin Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-10
  • Height: 24-26 in
  • Spread: 20-24 in
  • Spacing: 24-26 in
  • Temperature: -20°F
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
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Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Burgundy
Soil Moisture
Light Water
Attributes
Drought Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Habit
Mounding
Additional Information about Helianthus salicifolius 'Autumn Gold'

64 Excellent Fall-flowering companion to garden mums.

  • Hardy and drought-tolerant once established.
  • An attractive, maintenance-free perennial with bright golden-yellow flowers that bloom from September until November or hard frost.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Helianthus salicifolius 'Autumn Gold'

Plant in a sunny location.
Flowers naturally in the Fall with an impressive display of golden-yellow flowers that will last well beyond frost.
Drought tolerant once established.
Remove previous year’s growth each Spring once frost is out of the ground or before new growth begins. Little fertilization required.
Bloom Time: Autumn