Helianthus atrorubens

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Common Name:  Dark-eyed Sunflower, Appalachian Sunflower, Purpledisk Sunflower

Part shade, medium to moderately dry moisture level, adapts to a wide range of soils, slightly acid pH.  4-6 feet height, blooms late summer and fall, yellow flowers.

Germination Code: A

Native Region: East Tennessee and Western Highland Rim Province of Middle Tennessee

Adds lots of color to the garden.