By Joan Klimm

 

An attractive ground cover in our garden is the Beach Sunflower. A single yellow daisy-like flower terminates on a long stalk. It is a perennial that reseeds and provides a lush ground cover. It flourishes in sandy soil and tolerates some shade. Flowers bloom throughout the year. It is well adapted to the climate in Indian River County.

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While many native plants flower once a year, the Beach Sunflower puts on a show all year. Look along the sunny banks of the Native Plant Garden and enjoy these bright yellow flowers.