Helianthus maximiliani is a towering perennial that can reach 9 feet high with spires of bright yellow daisies.

Helianthus 'First Light' has tall stems with narrow, fuzzy, linear leaves and masses of golden daisies in fall.

Helianthus tuberosus, Jerusalem artichoke or sunchoke, is a large perennial sunflower with edible tuberous roots.

Helianthus 'Lemon Queen' is an excellent border perennial with four foot tall stems topped with pale yellow daisies in summer.

Helianthus 'Suncatcher' is a dwarf perennial sunflower with large, yellow flowers and dark centres.