This well-known annual grows on an erect, rough-hairy stem, reaching heights of up to 10 feet, with broad, rough leaves. The large "flower" of the sunflower is actually a "flower head" of numerous small, individual five-petaled flowers. This plant is highly attractive to birds for its seeds, and grows best in full sun and dry clays or heavy sands.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
P.O. Box 2081, Boulder, CO 80306
crossbill@boulderaudubon.org Visit site320 EAST VINE DRIVE, FORT COLLINS, CO 80524
970.416.6931 |
audubonrockies@audubon.orgFind local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.
6595 Odell Place, Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 530-1222
5380 Vivian Street, Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 431-7333
13022 East 136th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 659-6708
4300 Monaco Street, Denver, CO 80216
(303) 320-7500
5870 South Long Lane, Littleton, CO 80121
(720) 335-3436
7029 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 226-4924
PO Box 100 605 25th Street, Greeley, CO 80632
(800) 782-5947
2000 East Prospect Road, Ft. Collins, CO 80525
(800) 748-0882
101 East 4th Street Road, Greeley, CO 80631
(800) 421-4234
2121 East Mulberry, Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 482-1984
1950 Laport Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80521
(970) 482-6285
1000 North Highway 287, Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 484-2221
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
Bird-friendly landscaping provides food, saves water, and fights climate change.
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