Heliopsis helianthoides ssp. scabra 'Burning Hearts'

False Sunflower, Goldgefinger, Ox Eye

Family: Asteraceae Aster


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 10A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, yellow
Bloom time Mid Summer to Mid Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container
Height 36" to 4' / 90cm to 1.20m
Spread 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Purple
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, attractive foilage, native to North America, naturalizing