TomorrowSeeds - Maximilian Sunflower Seeds - 1000+ Count - For 2026 Planting Prairie Sunflower

Maximilian Sunflower is a wild prairie perennial with large 3-inch-wide bright-yellow flowers; as many as 15-30 flowers grow in a spiral pattern around one or more long stems around 4-6 feet tall! This Great Plains native provides food and shelter for birds, deer, and other wildlife and is attractive to bees and butterflies. A proven plant of the Heartlands, this sunflower can hold blooms for several weeks into the Fall, and is adaptive to sudden temperature changes and climates with low precipitation. Named after German explorer Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied who encountered it during his voyage to North America in the 1830s. Maximilian Sunflower’s tall and sturdy nature also makes it perfect for planting along fences, borders, or as a privacy screen. The plant's easy care and long-lasting flowers ensure that your garden stays bright and lively throughout the season. Deer Resistant.

Also Known As: Max Sunflower, Prairie Sunflower, Maximilian's Sunflower, Maximilian Sunflower, Fall Sunflower, Perennial Sunflower, Texas Sunflower, Tall Sunflower, Autumn Maximilian, Yellow Maximillian Sunflower.

Plant Name: Sunflower, Maximilian
Latin Name: Helianthus maximiliani
Days to Germinate: 10-20
Days to Bloom: 110
Plant Height: 4 - Feet
Spread: 18 - 30 Inches
Bloom Diameter: 2 - 4 Inches
Growth Habit: Bush
USDA Zones: 3-10
Lifespan: Perennial
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2026
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.