Helianthus salicifolius
Willow-leaved Sunflower
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Blooms in late summer or early fall with clusters of two inch wide, medium yellow sunflowers with dark brown centers on whitish green stems. It makes a good cut flower. The distinctive foliage, narrow, drooping, willow-like pale green leaves, provides interest all through the growing season. It will spread over time to form a dense colony. The plants can be cut back through late June to promote denser habit.
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USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9
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Good Companions
Prairie Blazing Star
(Liatris pycnostachya),
Blue Sage
(Salvia azurea),
Indian Grass
(Sorghastrum nutans),
Shining Blue Star
(Amsonia illustris)
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