Ashy Sunflower

Helianthus mollis

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

This plant is typically found growing in colonies. It can spread aggressively and may need to be weeded back to control. May need to be staked if it grows tall. Plants can be cut back in the early summer to control the height and increase flowering. Attracts birds, bees and butterflies. Cut back dead plant material in the late winter to allow birds to feed on the seed during the winter months.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

No Wetland Tolerance Never occurs in wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Upland Restoration

Urban / Tree Box

Tendency to Spread

Low

Height (ft)

2-4

Flower Color

Yellow

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

Aug-Sept

Salinity Tolerance

Moderate Tolerance