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Willow-Leaved Sunflower

Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down'

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Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down' is a compact perennial, growing to 18 inches tall with a spread of up to 24 inches. This dwarf Willow-Leaved Sunflower showcases vibrant yellow blooms in late summer to fall, adding a splash of color against its narrow, willow-like leaves. Ideal for borders or mass plantings, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and attracts pollinators while being drought-tolerant once established.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 6–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — Ideal for borders or mass plantings
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soilWillow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — provide an elegant textural contrast to broader-leafed plantingsWillow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — growing to 18 inches tall with a spread of up to 24 inchesWillow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — This compact cultivar is a dwarf selection of the speciesWillow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — 'Low Down' is an excellent choice for border frontsWillow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — This dwarf Willow-Leaved Sunflower showcases vibrant yellow blooms in late summer to fall+6

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — Ideal for borders or mass plantings
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — provide an elegant textural contrast to broader-leafed plantings
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — growing to 18 inches tall with a spread of up to 24 inches
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — This compact cultivar is a dwarf selection of the species
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — 'Low Down' is an excellent choice for border fronts
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — This dwarf Willow-Leaved Sunflower showcases vibrant yellow blooms in late summer to fall
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down' is a compact perennial
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — scientifically named Helianthus salicifolius 'Low Down'
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — and attracts pollinators while being drought-tolerant once established
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — which can grow up to 4 to 6 inches long
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — adding a splash of color against its narrow
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — is an eye-catching perennial that brings a cheerful burst of color to any landscape design
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