Heliopsis helianthoids - Early Sunflowers

Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Tolerates drought, but does best if regularly watered. Tolerates a wide range of soils, including poor, dry, and clayey. Tolerates some light shade, but plants are less vigorous and stems need support in heavier shade. Remove spent flowers to extend bloom season. Plant stems may be cut back by 1/3 to 1/2 in late May to reduce overall plant height.

Height: 3.00 to 6.00 feet

Spread: 2.00 to 4.00 feet

Bloom Time: June to August

Bloom: Orange-yellow rays with brown center disks

Sun: Full sun

Water: Dry to medium

Maintenance: Low

Flower: Showy, Good Cut

Attracts: Birds, Butterflies

Tolerate: Drought, Erosion, Clay Soil, Dry Soil, Shallow-Rocky Soil