Maximilian Sunflower – Helianthus maximiliani Live Starter Plant | 6–12 Inches Tall | Native Perennial Sunflower | Tall Yellow Flower Plant | Pollinator Friendly

Bring bold height and natural beauty to your garden with Helianthus maximiliani, commonly known as Maximilian Sunflower. This native North American perennial produces masses of bright yellow sunflower blooms from midsummer through fall, creating a striking display in garden beds or naturalized landscapes. This well-rooted starter plant grows into a tall, upright plant, perfect for adding vertical interest and supporting pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. Easy to grow and highly adaptable, it’s ideal for wildflower gardens and low-maintenance plantings. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live sunflower starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 6–12 inches
✔️ Shipped in 2.5 x 3.5 inch nursery pot
✔️ Well-rooted, healthy plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Maximilian Sunflower
Botanical Name: Helianthus maximiliani
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Size: 3–10 feet tall
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: Not recommended long-term

💡 Care Tip: Provide space for height and spread. Cut back in late fall or early spring to encourage strong regrowth. Ideal for prairie-style or naturalized plantings.