Overview
Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) is a bushy, clump forming annual biennial in the genus Helianthus, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and cut flowers.
About
Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) is a cultivar of sunflower, belonging to the genus Helianthus, which includes upright annuals and perennials with broad leaves and large daisy-like flower heads. This bushy, clump-forming plant is deciduous and thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for wildlife gardens, cottage and informal gardens, flower borders, and as cut flowers, with interest in spring.
About the genus
Helianthus is a genus comprising around 50 species of annual and perennial flowering plants in the daisy family Asteraceae commonly known as sunflowers. The species of Helianthus are native to North America. The best-known species is the common sunflower.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helianthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR)
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildews and sclerotinia diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR)?
Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) need?
Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Helianthus Suncatcher Pure Gold ('Bullheli 02'PBR)?
Seed, Division.
More in the Helianthus genus
- Helianthus 'Carine'Sunflower
- Helianthus annuus Solano Orange Nr. 14 (Solano Series)Common Sunflower
- Helianthus orygalis
- Helianthus scaberrimusSunflower