Ten-Petaled Sunflower - This Land

Ten-Petaled Sunflower

Helianthus decapetalus

[ hee-lee-AN-thus dek-ah-PET-ah-lus ]

● Available Now Perennial

Growing Conditions

Light Part Shade–Sun
Height 3–5 ft
Moisture 💧 Moist–Medium
Soil Average to moist, humus-rich
Bloom Late Summer (Aug–Sep)
Color Yellow

Wildlife Value & Uses

Native bees goldfinch seed butterflies; caterpillar host for several moths
Seeds edible; ornamental cut flower

Part of These Collections

Sources & References

USDA PLANTS, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Last updated: April 22, 2026