False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides) is a seasonal plant with yellow blooms in summer. They prefer mesic soil in sun to part sun where they grow up to 5 feet tall. They are a good choice for bioretention slopes. Companion plants include Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) and Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa).
Maintenance
Plant may need staking while in bloom.
About
Light Requirements
Sun,
Part Sun Moisture Requirements
Slopes Soil Requirements
Clay,
Loam,
Rock Height
Medium Spacing
2 feet Category
Seasonal Attracts
Bees,
Birds,
Butterflies Illinois Native Plant Status
Illinois Native,
Indiana Native Bloom Time
June,
July,
August Bloom Color
Yellow Seasonality
Fall,
Summer,
Winter Sociability
Groups of 5-10