Downy Sunflower
(Helianthus mollis)
Other names: Ashy sunflower
Perennial Zones 3-9
Sun: Full to partial
Moisture: Medium to dry
Height: 2-6’
Spacing: 2-3’
Bloom: July-Sept
Deer resistant
Drought tolerant
Attracts birds, bees, & butterflies
Tolerates poor soil including gravel, rock, and clay