Tennessee Smart Yards Native Plants
A comprehensive database of Tennessee native plants
Small-headed Sunflower, Small Woodland Sunflower
Small-headed Sunflower, Small Woodland SunflowerHelianthus microcephalusPart sun, medium to moderately dry moisture level, very adaptable to soil type, neutral to slightly alkaline pH. 3-6 feet height, blooms late summer and early fall, yellow flowers.Germination Code: ANative Region: StatewideBig, bold attraction for the fall border. Fine-textured foliage. Plant has several small blossoms in each inflorescence and multiple flower clusters, resulting in many flowers providing a fall cornucopia of food for the birds. Can be grown in full sun but will likely need supplemental water in a hot, dry August. Attracts birds, bees and butterflies.flower;sun/shade;medium;clay |