Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun'

Perennial Sunflower

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Common Name: 

Perennial Sunflower

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

36°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

50 cm

Maximum width: 

60 cm

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Description

Heliopsis 'Tuscan Suntrade;' is a new Proven Winnersreg; heliopsis with a very compact habit. At only 16-20" tall, this variety is truly unique. From mid through late summer, the lovely dark foliage is covered with bright yellow daisies. Heliopsis 'Tuscan Suntrade;' is great for a container plant! Also resistant to powdery mildew.

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Blooming

Remove faded flowers to promote continued blooming, which can last for several months months into early fall.

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Growth

They prefer full sun and may require some staking. Due to their spreading nature, they may be considered invasive in some locales.

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Planting

Dig a hole twice as large as the plant you are using. Squeeze the container to loosen the roots, remove it from the pot by turning the pot upside down and gently pulling on the plant. Be sure the grasp the plant at the base near the soil line before pulling. Add a little time release plant food into your hole and mix it lightly into the soil. Place the root ball into your hole. The top of the soil in the pot should be even with the soil in your garden bed. Press the soil gently around the plant, do not pack the soil tightly the roots will grow better if the soil isn't compacted. Water the plant in using a watering can or other gentle flow of water. This will settle the soil around the plant. To conserve water and discourage weeds a layer of mulch can be added to the top of the soil around the plant, this mulch should come close to the plant but not touch the stem.

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Pest

Other than a minor susceptibilty to aphids, there are no serious threats.

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Interesting facts

A North American native wildflower, the name of Heliopsis refers to the golden flowers which resemble the sun.

Perennial Sunflower (Heliopsis x 'Tuscan Sun') - Soil and irrigation

Grow in average to rich, loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (5.5-7). Keep it evenly moist through the summer for best results, but Heliposis can tolerate some dryness.

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