Awnless Bush Sunflower

• Awnless Bush Sunflower (Helianthus debilis ssp. cucumerifolius)
  Also called Beach Sunflower

Sun Requirements: Full Sun

Water Requirements: Low; very drought- and heat-tolerant once established

Height: 2–3 feet tall, spreading 3–6 feet wide

Bloom Time: Spring through Fall

Description:
Awnless Bush Sunflower is a fast-growing Texas native groundcover with bright yellow daisy-like flowers and trailing stems. It forms a dense mat that suppresses weeds and thrives in hot, dry conditions. Excellent for slopes, borders, and wildlife gardens, it attracts pollinators and tolerates poor soils.

Planting Tips:
Plant in well-drained soil; tolerates sandy and rocky soils.
Avoid overwatering; thrives in lean conditions.
Shear lightly to maintain shape and encourage fuller growth.
Allow space for spreading habit.
Very heat- and drought-tolerant once established.

Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring or Fall

Nativity to Texas: Yes