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Hairy Sunflower
Helianthus hirsutus
In the United States:
Native
· also called stiff-haired sunflower, whiskered sunflower, rough sunflower, bristly sunflower
Late-summer to fall blooming perennial sunflower that supplies nectar and pollen to honeybees and other bees during a period when many other resources decline. Rhizomatous growth allows colony formation but can lead to aggressive spreading in gardens or restorations. Thrives in dry to medium well-drained soils in open or edge habitats.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–October |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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