Maximilian Sunflower
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Maximilian's Sunflower is very showy and towers above surrounding vegetation when in bloom. It is best suited for full sun in dry to medium conditions. Helianthus species are difficult to identify positively, but H. maximiliani is a bit easier to ID because of the distinctive folding of the leaves; the way it curves and without as many teeth on the leaf edges is an excellent distinguishing feature look.
Like most other Sunflower species, Maximilian's Sunflower attracts several long-tongued bees, short-tongued bees, butterflies, and moths. Maximillian's Sunflower is also one of the larval host plants of the Bordered Patch.
Most native sunflowers are rhizomatous and may spread vigorously. Therefore, it is not suitable for small landscape plantings.
Larval Host Plant: Silvery Checkerspot (Chlosyne nycteis), Bordered Patch (Chlosyne lacinia)
Nectar Source Plant: Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus). Bumble Bees (Bombus spp.), Long Horned Bees (Melissodes spp.), Sweat Bees (Halictus spp.)
Height: 6’-7'
Spread: 2’-4'
Bloom: August-September
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Medium
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Origin: Texas, North America
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
