Canyon Sunflower

Venegasia Carpesioides

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Overview

The Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia carpesioides) is a perennial native to California's canyons and foothills. It thrives in USDA zones 7-10, reaching 2-4 feet high and spreading up to 6 feet. This sun-lover features bright yellow daisy-like flowers from late winter to early summer. Tolerance to part shade and drought makes it versatile for dry gardens and wildflower meadows. It's an excellent choice for erosion control and attracts pollinators.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 8–10Climate Arid

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — The Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia carpesioides) is a perennial native to California's canyons and foothills

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — It thrives in USDA zones 7-10, reaching 2-4 feet high and spreading up to 6 feet

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — This sun-lover features bright yellow daisy-like flowers from late winter to early summer

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — Tolerance to part shade and drought makes it versatile for dry gardens and wildflower meadows

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — It's an excellent choice for erosion control and attracts pollinators

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — scientifically named Venegasia carpesioides

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — is a cheerful perennial native to the canyons and valleys of Southern California

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–5 Ft.
Mature width: 3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Arid

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Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — The Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia carpesioides) is a perennial native to California's canyons and foothills

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — It thrives in USDA zones 7-10, reaching 2-4 feet high and spreading up to 6 feet

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — This sun-lover features bright yellow daisy-like flowers from late winter to early summer

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — Tolerance to part shade and drought makes it versatile for dry gardens and wildflower meadows

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — It's an excellent choice for erosion control and attracts pollinators

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — scientifically named Venegasia carpesioides

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — is a cheerful perennial native to the canyons and valleys of Southern California

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — This sun-loving plant is celebrated for its resilience and adaptability

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10.<br><br>Typically reaching a height of 3 to 4 feet

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — with a spread of 4 to 6 feet

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — Canyon Sunflowers create a vibrant splash of yellow throughout their long blooming season

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — which extends from early spring through fall

Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — including butterflies and bees

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