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Garden Diary
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Heliopsis helianthoides ‘Summer Nights’
False Sunflower |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.255.260
False Sunflowers are reliable for their very long season of bloom. This outstanding selection forms a tall clump with beet-red stems and green leaves tinged with bronze. The large single daisy flowers are golden yellow with a contrasting mahogany-red centre, a total colour breakthrough. Outstanding cut flowers. Removing faded flowers regularly will greatly extend the blooming season. May require staking, particularly when grown in very rich garden soil. Easily divided in early spring. Easy and always rewarding. Attractive to butterflies.
Further details for
Heliopsis helianthoides ‘Summer Nights’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Gold
Red
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Foliage Color
Bronze
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Cut Flower
Massed
Specimen
Wild Flower
Height
90-120 cm
35-47 inches
Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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