Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina'
False Sunflower
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False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - Description
This bright and cheery perennial tolerates a wide range of soils and conditions. Will tolerate drought but grows best in moist, well-drained soil. Grow in full sun, plants have a tendency to fall with too much shade. Bright yellow, semi-double flowers.
False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - Blooming
Remove faded flowers to promote continued blooming, which can last for several months months into early fall.
False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - Growth
They prefer full sun and may require some staking. Due to their spreading nature, they may be considered invasive in some locales.
False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - Planting
Divide the clumps in spring or fall, or if sowing by seed, you only need to cover them with a thin layer of topsoil. Space plants 2-3' apart.
False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - Pest
Other than a minor susceptibilty to aphids, there are no serious threats.
False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - Interesting facts
A North American native wildflower, the name of Heliopsis refers to the golden flowers which resemble the sun.
False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides 'Ballerina') - 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.
