Helianthus annuus “Delta Sunflower.” These grow along highway 5 in Central Valley in the sweltering heat as cars whip pass them. Every time I drive to Los Angeles I’m amazed at how they survive. If they can survive that environment, they would probably do well in the cottage garden with a cooler climate. I bought 3 seedlings to try and snapped this picture today with its first summer bloom! The Delta Sunflower is an ancestor of the domesticated sunflower and is native to the Western states. These bloom like crazy for 3-4 months into the fall on many-branched stems, unlike the traditional sunflower. Heat and drought tolerant, deer resistant and not fussy about soil. I already want more.
Published by Amy on Jul 3, 2018
