About
A clump-forming perennial to 1m high with dark purple, lance-shaped, hairy leaves. Produces bi-coloured daisy-like flowers on long stems, with petals golden yellow at the edges and rich orange at the centre, from summer to early autumn.
About the genus
Heliopsis are robust perennials with stiff, erect stems; opposite, lance-shaped leaves and showy rich yellow to orange flowers similar to sunflowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil in full sun. Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigour
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in spring, or by division in early spring or autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to damage by slugs, particularly on young shoots
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free