The herbaceous perennial Heliopsis helianthoides (oxeye sunflower) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid fall. The matte foliage is dark green in colour and coarse in texture. A specimen plant, Heliopsis helianthoides (oxeye sunflower) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, cut flowers, foundation, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Heliopsis helianthoides tolerates drought. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Heliopsis helianthoides (oxeye sunflower) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Heliopsis helianthoides (oxeye sunflower) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
