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Bit of Honey False Sunflower

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  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 24 - 28 Inches
  • Mature Spread 24 - 28 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4 - 9
  • Use As A Thriller In Containers

The Bit of Honey False Sunflower is a North American native that effortlessly brightens up an outdoor space. Also known as Heliopsis helianthoides, this herbaceous perennial features impressive semi-double flowers that reach up to 3-½” wide. Warm, golden-yellow petals have feathery tips and surround gold-colored cones. The flowers bloom from mid to late summer. Lance-shaped foliage has dark green midribs and veining that stand out against the white leaves.

The mounded, upright growth habit has a full and dense appearance, making the Bit of Honey False Sunflower a nice addition to a bed or border. Trim the flowers to enjoy in arrangements. This beauty is heat tolerant, so it can easily handle warm summer weather. Pollinators enjoy the large flowers. Grow this plant as a perennial in zones 4 through 9.

Bit of Honey False Sunflower Care

Plant a Bit of Honey False Sunflower in full to partial sun. This plant thrives in 6 hours of sunlight but can handle some shade. Use rich, moist, but well-drained soil. The soil should be acidic to neutral. Let the top few inches of soil dry out before giving this plant a drink. Bit of Honey False Sunflower is drought tolerant, but water during a dry spell to keep the flowers looking their best. Plants grown in rich soil are not heavy feeders, while plants in poor soil will benefit from a slow-release fertilizer each spring.

The Bit of Honey False Sunflower can become straggly, so cut back growth if the stems become leggy. All spent growth can be cut back in the fall or early spring.

Bit of Honey False Sunflower Spacing

This upright perennial grows an impressive 24 to 28 inches tall and 26 to 30 inches wide. Plants can be spaced as close as 26 to 30 inches apart when creating a mass planting.

Bit of Honey False Sunflower Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9
Plant Type: Perennial
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 24 - 28 Inches
Mature Spread: 26 - 30 Inches
Spacing: 26 - 30 Inches
Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Yellow
Flower Description: Golden yellow
Bloom Period: Summer
Foliage Type: Herbaceous, Variegated
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: White with deep green veining
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Disease
Tolerates: Heat
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies
Container Role: Thriller
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance, Native to North America, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer
Brand: Proven Winners
Common Name: Bit of Honey False Sunflower
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Heliopsis helianthoides

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2-3 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 3-4 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.