Any native bees love the pollen and nectar of these beautiful flowers. 
Specialist bees use the pollen to make bee bread and provision their brood cells.
 
Goldfinches and other songbirds feed on the small sunflower-like seeds during winter.
 
Growing conditions:
Full to part sun, any moisture, any soil, 2m -3m tall.
Blooms all summer into fall. 
Stunning plant, is great for part shade and moister areas.