{"product_id":"awnless-bush-sunflower-plant-sets","title":"Awnless Bush Sunflower Plant Sets","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a burst of golden resilience to your garden with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwnless Bush Sunflower\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSimsia calva\u003c\/em\u003e), a native Texas powerhouse known for its extreme drought tolerance. This upright, multi-branched perennial typically grows 1 to 3 feet tall and features a unique mounding form. Its \"arrowhead\" leaves are covered in coarse, short hairs, giving them a sandpaper-like texture that naturally discourages heavy grazing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to the dry uplands and chalk prairies of Texas, this sun-loving plant thrives where others wilt. From spring through fall—and even year-round in ideal conditions—it produces cheerful yellow, daisy-like flowers about 1 to 1.5 inches wide, often accented by brown or purple-lined petals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Bird Magnet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvides a vital nectar source for butterflies and nutrient-rich seeds for songbirds.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Larval Host\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eServes as a critical host plant for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBordered Patch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e butterfly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Drought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eHighly adapted to arid environments and xeriscapes, thriving in dry, well-drained soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErosion Control Expert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequently used in seed mixtures to stabilize soil and revegetate challenged landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged \u0026amp; Resilient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a large woody or fleshy taproot that helps the plant endure harsh growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the rough leaves discourage some grazing, it provides high-protein browse for deer, sheep, and goats.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator-Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grown non-GMO and free of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eharmful neonicotinoids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, promoting a healthy ecosystem for pollinators and wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in sets of three, six, or 12 plants to establish a golden, resilient landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Awnless Bush Sunflower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Awnless Bush Sunflower is the perfect \"workhorse\" for sustainable landscaping. Its ability to grow in limestone, caliche, and other well-drained soils makes it an invaluable addition to chalk prairies and rocky uplands. Beyond its beauty, it is a functional asset for soil health and biodiversity, supporting everything from tiny caterpillars to local songbirds. Its long blooming season and upright habit ensure your garden remains a vibrant focal point throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to ensure the most prolific blooming. Prefers well-drained limestone or caliche soils but is adaptable to various types as long as drainage is excellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely drought-tolerant once established; water regularly during the first growing season to develop its deep taproot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Minimal care required. There's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/why-you-shouldnt-deadhead-native-flowers-supporting-wildlife-through-every-season\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno need to deadhead the flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e guide and other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"3-Pack","offer_id":53577188344174,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-AWLBSHSUN-3","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":53577188376942,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-AWLBSHSUN-6","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12-Pack","offer_id":53577188409710,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-AWLBSHSUN-12","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/awnless-bush-sunflower-plant-sets-3231406.png?v=1775129832","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/awnless-bush-sunflower-plant-sets","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}