New England Wild Flower Society

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Helianthus divaricatus

woodland sunflower

Woodland sunflower enlivens woods and shady edges, and is an excellent cut flower. Tolerant of a range of well-drained soils, and forms colonies over time via creeping rhizomes.  Adored by pollinators.


Height: 2-4 ft
Spread: 1-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: Yellow

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
Ecoregion
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
• Urban Environment
• Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Rain Garden
• Massing


North American Distribution


woodland sunflower - Helianthus divaricatus from Native Plant Trust
woodland sunflower - Helianthus divaricatus from Native Plant Trust