Loddon Gold sunflower

Helianthus 'Loddon Gold'

Asteraceae

RHS AGM 1993

Loddon Gold sunflower
Deer-resistantDrought tolerant
USDA zones2 to 11
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Bloom season
Summer, autumn

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerLow maintenanceMeadowPollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBeesBirds

Notes

'Loddon Gold' sunflower (Helianthus 'Loddon Gold') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and meadows. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. It blooms in early to late summer and again in early to late autumn, and butterflies, bees, and birds visit the flowers. It sits low on the menu for deer.

Pairs well with Red fescue, Fireweed, and Sensation Mix cosmos.