Overview

Heliopsis helianthoides Orange Marble ('Vensgc') (v) is a upright, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Heliopsis, part of the Asteraceae family, with opposite, lance-shaped leaves foliage. Heliopsis helianthoides Orange Marble ('Vensgc') (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders and cut flowers.

About

Heliopsis helianthoides Orange Marble ('Vensgc') is a cultivar of Heliopsis, a genus of sturdy herbaceous perennials in the Asteraceae family. This plant forms upright clumps with opposite, lance-shaped leaves and produces prominent flowers in shades of orange, reminiscent of sunflowers. It thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders and cut flowers, offering seasonal interest through spring and summer.

About the genus

Heliopsis is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to dry prairies in North and South America. The sunflower-like composite flowerheads are usually yellow, up to 8 cm (3 in) in diameter, and are borne in summer. Species are commonly called ox-eye or oxeye.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Heliopsis

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Heliopsis helianthoides Orange Marble ('Vensgc') (v) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Upright, clump-forming

Foliage

Opposite, lance-shaped leaves

Suggested uses

Borders, cut flowers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Heliopsis helianthoides Orange Marble ('Vensgc') (v)

Propagation

Division, seed

Pest resistance

Resistant to most pests

Disease resistance

Resistant to most diseases

Frequently asked questions