Helianthus 'Autumn Gold'

Helianthus 'Autumn Gold'

$14.95

Helianthus 'Autumn Gold' is a compact perennial sunflower with masses of golden yellow daisy like flowers that brighten the garden from late summer into fall. Its upright clumping habit and abundant blooms provide strong seasonal color while creating a valuable nectar source for pollinators when many other perennials begin to fade.

Height & Spread: 24 - 36 in x 24 - 36 in

Bloom Time: Late summer to fall

Light Requirements: Full sun

Soil Preference: Average to well drained soil

Watering Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: Deer resistant

Native Status

This cultivated selection is derived from native sunflower species and retains many of the ecological benefits of its wild relatives. Helianthus species are native throughout North America and provide important seasonal resources for pollinators and wildlife.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Bees

  • Attracts native bees, bumblebees, and honeybees which gather nectar and pollen from the abundant late season blooms.

Butterflies

  • Provides a valuable nectar source for butterflies including Monarchs, Painted Ladies, and Swallowtails during its extended flowering period.

Birds

  • Produces seed heads that can provide food for songbirds later in the season if left standing.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

  • Space 24 - 36 in apart to allow room for its upright growth and dense flowering habit.

Landscape Placement

  • Ideal for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and naturalized plantings where its golden blooms provide strong late season color.

Companion Plants

  • Schizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem) - Adds fine textured grass foliage and warm fall color that complements the golden blooms.
  • Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (Goldenrod) - Extends the late season display with complementary golden flowers and strong pollinator value.
  • Symphyotrichum novae angliae (New England Aster) - Provides purple fall blooms that contrast beautifully with autumn sunflower flowers.
  • Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Offers earlier season purple blooms and a contrasting upright form.
  • Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Adds summer color and continued pollinator interest before Helianthus reaches peak bloom.

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