Helianthus maximiliani Seeds (Maximilian Sunflower)

The Maximilian Sunflower, also known as Helianthus maximiliani, is a perennial plant species native to North America. It features bright yellow, daisy-like flowers with a darker center, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Growing up to 10 feet in height, this sunflower is known for its tall, erect stems and lance-shaped leaves. It adapts well to various soil types and is drought tolerant once established. Maximilian Sunflower is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9. You can find Helianthus maximiliani seeds for sale to grow this beautiful plant in your garden.

Growing Helianthus maximiliani from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Semiarid
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Yellow

Germinating Maximilian Sunflower Flower Seeds

To germinate Helianthus maximiliani seeds, sow them in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Keep the soil consistently moist until the seeds germinate, which usually takes 7-14 days.

We source all of our Helianthus maximiliani seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Maximilian Sunflower seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Maximilian Sunflower seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Helianthus maximiliani seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

We offer this variety on Etsy and eBay, as well!

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