False Sunflower
False sunflower is a tall, upright and clump-forming wildflower that naturally grows in open areas of the central prairie states.
It has dark green, hairy leaves with toothed edges. Large, semi-double, golden, daisy-like flowers are borne in clusters of three on erect branches. Insects are attracted to the bright flowers during the summer, and birds are attracted to the seeds in the fall.
It makes a nice, tall flower in Colorado Springs landscapes.
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False Sunflower
False sunflower is a tall, upright and clump-forming wildflower that naturally grows in open areas of the central prairie states.
It has dark green, hairy leaves with toothed edges. Large, semi-double, golden, daisy-like flowers are borne in clusters of three on erect branches. Insects are attracted to the bright flowers during the summer, and birds are attracted to the seeds in the fall.
It makes a nice, tall flower in Colorado Springs landscapes.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra 'Summer Sun'
Pronunciation
hee-lee-OP-sis hee-lee-an-THOY-dees SKAB-ruh
Mature Height
3 to 4 ft.
Mature Spread
18 to 24 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
July through September
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
species is native to central and eastern United States
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,500 ft.
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