{"product_id":"helianthus-decapetalus","title":"Helianthus decapetalus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelianthus decapetalus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a native perennial sunflower with tall upright stems, bright yellow daisy like flowers, and deep green foliage that brings late summer color to naturalistic plantings. Its graceful branching habit creates a long season display while providing an important nectar source for pollinators and seasonal interest in native landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 - 5 ft x 2 - 3 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to early fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to moist well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; adaptable once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to eastern and central North America where it naturally occurs in woodland edges, meadows, and open areas. It is valued in native gardens for its adaptability, late season blooms, and support of local wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts native bees, bumblebees, and honeybees which gather nectar and pollen from the abundant late season flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a valuable nectar source for Swallowtails, Painted Ladies, and other butterflies during the late summer bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces seeds that can provide seasonal food for songbirds after flowering and extend wildlife value into fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 24 - 36 in apart to accommodate its upright branching habit and allow airflow between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited for native gardens, sunny borders, meadow plantings, and woodland edges where its tall golden flowers provide late season color and movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds fine textured grass structure and warm fall color around the tall sunflower stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides complementary summer blooms and attracts a wide range of pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds lavender blooms and supports additional pollinator activity in similar conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum (Switchgrass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates vertical structure and seasonal interest while pairing well with native prairie style plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends the late season display with golden flowers that complement the sunflower blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":46790897500321,"sku":"HELIANTHUS DECAPETALUS","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/helianthus-decapetalus","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}