Verbena bonariensis sunflower
Helianthus annuus 'Verbena bonariensis (TP)'
USDA zones2 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral, acid
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Verbena bonariensis' sunflower (Helianthus annuus 'Verbena bonariensis') is an annual for borders, cut flowers, and pollinator gardens. It is not cold-hardy and will not survive freezing temperatures. This plant likes full sun and dry to moist soil of most types. It grows fast, reaches maturity in 90 days, and tolerates drought. Butterflies, bees, and birds visit the blooms. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Daydream cosmos, Cherry Queen zinnia, and Red fescue.