{"product_id":"helianthus-maximiliani-maximilian-sunflower","title":"Helianthus maximiliani (Maximilian Sunflower)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelianthus maximiliani, commonly known as Maximilian Sunflower, is a tall, clump-forming perennial native to North America. It features bright yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark brown central disks that bloom profusely along tall, upright stems. The plant's narrow, lance-shaped, gray-green leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving it a textured, silvery appearance. This hardy sunflower is ideal for naturalistic plantings, meadows, and pollinator-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHelianthus maximiliani thrives in well-drained soils and is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping or low-maintenance gardens. It attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies and provides seeds for birds in the fall. The plant is deer-resistant and thrives in a variety of conditions, including poor soils. Its tall, striking form pairs well with ornamental grasses and other late-season perennials like asters, goldenrods, and rudbeckias. For best results, occasional thinning or cutting back in early summer can help manage height and encourage bushier growth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Sun: Requires full sun for optimal flowering and robust growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaximum Growth Height:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e36–96 inches (90–240 cm), making it an impressive plant for the back of borders or as a focal point in prairie-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBloom Month:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAugust to October: Blooms in late summer through fall, providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished blooming.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardener Nation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42060936872022,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/1259\/0422\/files\/HELIANTHUSmaximiliani-ha064.jpg?v=1737324550","url":"https:\/\/gardenernation.com\/products\/helianthus-maximiliani-maximilian-sunflower","provider":"Gardener Nation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}