Overview
Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR is a bushy, clump forming annual biennial in the genus Helianthus, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and cut flowers.
About
Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b' PBR is a cultivar of the Helianthus genus, which comprises upright, often tall annuals and perennials with broad, simple leaves and large daisy-like flower heads. This particular cultivar is an annual or biennial with a bushy, clump-forming habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring moist but well-drained loam soils with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for wildlife gardens, cottage and informal gardens, flower borders and beds, and as cut flowers. It is best cultivated in well-drained soil and propagated by seed or division, with spring as its season of interest.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helianthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildews and sclerotinia diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR?
Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR need?
Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR hardy in the UK?
Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Helianthus annuus '7pwdh67b'PBR?
Seed, Division.
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