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Helianthus 'Lemon Queen' (perennial sunflower)
Helianthus 'Lemon Queen' (perennial sunflower)
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Helianthus ‘Lemon Queen’ is a tall, late-blooming perennial sunflower that brings light and movement to the garden just as summer begins to fade. Strong, upright stems support an abundance of soft, pale yellow flowers that bloom in early autumn, creating a gentle, glowing effect rather than bold, heavy color.
This plant shines at the back of garden beds and borders, where its height adds structure and its branching habit fills space without feeling bulky. The flowers are also excellent for cutting, with long stems that hold well in fresh arrangements.
Easy to grow and long-lived, ‘Lemon Queen’ is a reliable choice for gardeners who want height, late-season interest, and flowers that work both in the garden and the vase.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT
- Tall, sturdy stems
- Soft pale yellow flowers
- Reliable autumn bloom
- Excellent for cutting
- Strong presence at the back of borders
- Easy, long-lived perennial
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Average to well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
- Growth habit: Upright, branching
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~5 ft. × 3 ft.
- Flower color: Pale yellow
- Bloom time: Late summer into fall
- Stem strength: Strong, suitable for cutting
- Wildlife: Pollinators
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in full sun for best flowering
- Provide space for height and spread
- Stake only if grown in very windy areas
- Works well in mixed borders and cutting gardens
CARE MADE EASY
- Very low maintenance
- Cut back after flowering or in early spring
- Divide clumps every few years if needed
- Water during prolonged dry periods
BEST USES
- Back-of-border plantings
- Cutting gardens
- Pollinator gardens
- Mixed perennial beds
- Naturalistic plantings
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose ‘Lemon Queen’ if you:
- Want tall plants for the back of the garden
- Love late-season flowers
- Cut flowers for arrangements
- Garden in full sun
- Prefer dependable, easy perennials
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.