Helianthus giganteus

Common Name: Tall Sunflower

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Wetland

Light Requirements: sun, part sun

Soil Moisture: mesic, wet

Soil Type: All

Height: 6 - 10 ft

Bloom Time: Fall

Flower Colour: yellow

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate within 4 weeks if sown at 70°F

Details/Comments: Birds like the seeds.

Common Name (Alt): Giant Sunflower

Picture Copyright: Thomas G Barnes @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database