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Helianthus, Annual Sunflower, Common Sunflower 'Arikara'

Helianthusannuus

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Helianthus (hee-lee-AN-thus)
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Species
annuus (AN-yoo-us)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Penhook, Virginia

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