Maximilian Sunflower

 The Maximilian Sunflower is a vibrant colored perennial known for its impressive stature and vibrant yellow hue. With a propensity to form dense colonies, these stunningly dynamic plants provide rich visual appeal to any landscape or garden. Their sublime and livening presence innately offers rich enchantment for the gaze of onlookers.

 Why is the Maximilian-Sunflower so Iconic?

 These gorgeous natural creations intrinsically reach toward the sky. Standing erect, they often reach a looming height around 10-feet tall. The towering beauties possess uniquely slender stems decorated with long lance-shaped leaves. Underneath the flower head, dark green phyllaries stick straight out before subtly curling at the tips. The bright golden petals delightfully evoke luminescent rays of sunshine.

 A jagged alternation pattern creates intricate layers of pleasing asymmetry

 Their wispiness embodies an illustrative quality that summons a beatific repose. This flower’s center is packed with circular bronze florets. These discs often showcase a fractalized pattern that is simply mesmerizing. Meanwhile, the circumference is embedded with sleek light-yellow florets that create a glorious juxtaposition.

 The Maximilian-Sunflower Can Cultivate a Blissful View

 Their relatively late blooming period is a favorite due to its late summer and early fall blooming. Thus, they can become the cornerstone of any idyllic scenery. Unlike many other growths from the same genus, these sunflower stems can support several clusters. As a result, these durable plants make for a divine ornamental selection with downright transformative effects on the landscape.

Attracts Humans and Wildlife

 Humans Aren’t the Only Ones Who Love This Perennial! Wildlife tends to fancy this flower, too. Their abundance of nectar is considered irresistible to local pollinators, so they are often associated with a thriving ecosystem of bees and butterflies. Later in their flowering stage, the seeds occasionally attract a diverse ornithological scene, much to the delight of birdwatchers.

Where Did This Lovely Perennial Get It's Name From?

 Maximilian sunflower plant derive their namesake from Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied. The famed German explorer first came upon these magnificent flowers during his North American expeditions, and they were dubbed Helianthus maximiliani in his honor. It is a suitable title, especially since any outdoor environment is lucky to be bestowed with these golden gems.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Fall

Bloom/Foliage Color

Yellow

Height at Maturity

Over 12"

Care

Maximilian Sunflowers thrive in well-drained soil and require regular watering, especially during dry periods. They grow tall, so provide support if needed. Trim dead flowers to encourage continuous blooming and control height. They are generally pest and disease-resistant.

Plant Reproduction

Maximilian Sunflower primarily spread by rhizomes after establishment.

Planting bare-root perennials is best in any season if they are dormant; we only sell dormant plants. Planting them year-round is also excellent if you can get dormant perennials. When your bare-root perennials arrive, soak the roots in water for a few hours to rehydrate them. Lant by digging a hole wide enough to spread the roots comfortably and deep enough to place the top portion crown (where the roots meet the stem) at or slightly above ground level. Position the plant in the hole, backfill with native soil, and gently firm the soil around the roots—water well after planting to settle the soil around the plant and eliminate air. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to keep weeds at bay and moisture locked in, keeping the mulch away from the crown. Irrigate plants regularly during the first few weeks of drought; never water in full sun, and water late in the evenings to ensure the roots are established well. Fertilize sparingly in the first year, using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in subsequent years as needed. 

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