Spring Hill Nurseries Maximillian Sunflower Plants

Bare-root plants are shipped without soil around their roots while they are in a dormant state. This method is efficient and healthy for the plant, as it allows them to focus their energy on establishing a strong root system in your garden soil immediately after planting.

Maximillian Sunflowers are impressive growers, reaching a mature height of up to 72 inches, or 6 feet. Because of this height, they work best at the back of a garden bed or as a natural privacy screen.

These are hardy perennials, meaning they will return year after year in USDA zones 3 through 9. They are designed to naturalize and spread, so you can expect them to come back stronger each season.

Once established, these sunflowers are quite drought-tolerant and thrive in heat. While they appreciate regular watering during their first season to get settled, they require very little intervention once their root systems are fully developed.

For the best results and proper airflow, space your bare-root plants 24 to 36 inches apart. This spacing gives them enough room to reach their full mature width without overcrowding.

They are excellent for attracting beneficial wildlife, specifically birds and butterflies, which feed on the blooms. Because they are hardy and drought-tolerant, they generally resist common garden issues better than more delicate varieties.