Beach Sunflower (Helianthus debilis): Coastal Native Ground Cover

Beach sunflower, also known as dune sunflower, is a spreading, drought-tolerant perennial native to coastal regions of the southeastern US. It forms a low mat of dark green, rough-textured leaves and produces cheerful, yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark centers nearly year-round in warm climates.

Botanical Profile

This salt- and wind-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and sandy, well-drained soil. It's perfect for coastal gardens, dune stabilization, xeriscaping, and butterfly gardens. It self-seeds readily and attracts pollinators.