{"product_id":"helianthus-giganteus","title":"Helianthus giganteus - Giant perennial sunflower","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant sunflower\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helianthus giganteus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden yellow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2.5 m (5–8 ft)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6–0.9 m (2–3 ft)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, branched\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to regular\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 4 to 9\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good once established\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNectar-rich plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts Pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e                                                                                                                                                                                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery easy to cultivate. Stake stems early in growth to ensure optimal stability against strong winds. Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage prolonged and sustained blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply an organic mulch around the base to maintain consistent moisture and regulate soil temperature. Light fertilization at the beginning of the season supports vigorous growth and generous blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis spectacular perennial offers an imposing presence as a background plant in borders or as a natural screen, with its large golden yellow flowers creating bright and warm focal points from late summer until the first frosts. Ideal for natural and cottage-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"3½\"","offer_id":49977041387824,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/Helianthus-giganteus-Sheilas-Sunshine-1.jpg?v=1752689257","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/helianthus-giganteus","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}