Kinzua Critters

Wildflowers

Tall Sunflower

(Helianthus giganteus)

Tall Sunflower

Species Description

**Description:** A towering native sunflower reaching heights of 7 to 10 feet; features numerous bright yellow flower heads.
**Wildlife Value:** A massive late-summer food source for pollinators and a critical seed source for songbirds in autumn.
**Habitat:** Moist meadows, river floodplains, and damp roadside ditches.