Heliopsis 'Summer Sun'
$17.95 / 1G
Smooth Ox Eye False Sunflower ·
Description
Heliopsis 'Summer Sun', commonly known as False Sunflower, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its bright yellow flowers. It typically matures 1–4 feet tall and 1–3 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is cultivated selection derived from Heliopsis helianthoides, native to central and eastern North America. Its flowers can provide seasonal forage for bees and other beneficial insects. In the landscape, it works well in mixed borders, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens. Good siting and appropriate moisture help maintain its best form through the season.
Benefits
Provides seasonal color and texture and may support pollinators or other garden wildlife.
Features
Heliopsis 'Summer Sun' produces yellow flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.
| Heliopsis 'Bleeding Hearts' | |
| False Sunflower | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average moisture; Well-drained average garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| Garden origin / cultivated selection | |
| Native Cultivar (Nativar) | |
| Yes | |
| Cultivated selection derived from Heliopsis helianthoides, native to central and eastern North America | |
| Yes |
| Full Sun | |
| 1 - 4 | |
| 1 - 3 |
| Yellow | |
| Butterflies | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Perennials | |
| Upright |