Spring Hill Nurseries Maximillian Sunflower

Bareroot plants are shipped without soil around the roots while they are in a dormant state. This method allows the plant to focus its energy on establishing a strong, deep root system in your garden soil immediately after planting, rather than adjusting to a container.

These sunflowers are known for their impressive height, often reaching between 5 to 8 feet tall. Because of their stature, they work best as a dramatic backdrop along a fence line or as a vertical focal point in the back of a garden border.

Yes, once established, they are quite resilient and require minimal supplemental water. However, you should provide regular water during their first growing season to help them develop the deep root system necessary for that long-term drought tolerance.

Yes, they are perennials, meaning they are designed to return reliably each year. They will go dormant in the winter and emerge again in the spring, growing larger and more established with each season.

No special effort is required. The Maximillian Sunflower is naturally attractive to bees and butterflies due to its late-season bloom time, providing a vital nectar source when many other garden flowers have already faded.

For the best results, these sunflowers require full sun. While they might survive in partial shade, they will likely become leggy, produce fewer blooms, and may struggle to reach their full, robust potential.