Beach Sunflower
Helianthus debilis
Family: Asteraceae
Beach Sunflower (Helianthus debilis) is a Florida native groundcover. Low-growing sunflower perfect for coastal gardens. Bright yellow flowers nearly year-round. Excellent ground cover. Habitats: coastal, dune. Light: full sun.
Plant Description
Low-growing sunflower perfect for coastal gardens. Bright yellow flowers nearly year-round. Excellent ground cover.
Available From Florida Nurseries
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Growing Conditions
- Water Needs
- Low
- Light
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance
- High
- Salt Tolerance
- High
- Flood Tolerance
- Low
- Soil Types
- Sandy
Size & Growth
- Height
- 1-2 ft
- Spread
- 3-6 ft
- Growth Rate
- Fast
Ecological Value
- Wildlife
- ButterfliesBeesBirds
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
- Flower Color
- Yellow
Habitat & Zones
- Habitats
- CoastalDune
- USDA Zones
- 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a