willow-leaved sunflower

For best results with a Willow-Leaved Sunflower, water the plant deeply but infrequently. During the growing season (spring to fall), water the Willow-Leaved Sunflower about once every 14 days, keeping the soil evenly moist during those times. Make sure to check the soil to check for dampness a few days before watering. During the winter months, water only when the soil feels dry.

The willow-leaved sunflower (Helianthus salicifolius 'Autumn Gold') needs to receive full sunlight for at least 8-10 hours daily in order to thrive. The plant is native to the central and eastern United States and is known to be very tolerant of varying light conditions. It does best when planted in an area that receives direct light for most of the day and is protected from strong winds. The best time of day for the Willow-Leaved Sunflower to receive sunlight is between 10am and 6pm during the summer months. In the winter months, when the sun is weaker, the plant should receive an ever increasing amount of sunlight if possible, starting from sunrise until early afternoon when the light intensity is highest.

Willow-leaved sunflower (Helianthus salicifolius 'Autumn Gold') should be pruned in late winter or early spring before the plant begins to move into its active growth cycle. Pruning should focus on removing spent flower heads, dead or broken stems, and any leaves or stems that appear to be diseased. Pruning the plant back should be done judiciously, making sure not to over prune, as this will reduce its overall performance. All pruned materials should be disposed of, as they could carry any diseases or pests that could harm the plant.