Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra ‘Summer Sun’ (False Sunflower)

(a.k.a. Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra ‘Sommersonne’)

2-3″ golden yellow, daisy-like flowers grace this False Sunflower from June through August.

2-3" golden yellow, daisy-like flowers grace this False Sunflower. Suited to both naturalistic plantings and cottage gardens. 2-3' tall.

Heliopsis attracts bees, birds and butterflies to the garden. Prefers dry-medium, well drained soil. Drought tolerate when established. Tolerates a wide range of soils including poor and rocky. Deadhead to promote new buds. Will self seed in the garden. Deer resistant.

  • USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 3-9
  • Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Bloom Time(s): June-August