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Bit of Honey False Sunflower

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Light Needs

Light Needs

Full Shade to Full Sun
(Can Grow In Most Sunlight Conditions)
Mature Height

Mature Height

1-2 Feet
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

1-2 Feet
Growing Zones

Growing Zones

4 to 9

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 Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 24 - 28 Inches
Mature Spread: 26 - 30 Inches
Mature 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): N/A
Scientific Name: Heliopsis helianthoides
SKU: HELBH
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.

Quart Pot
Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
2.5 Quart

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years 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 Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
#2 Pot

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years 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 Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"

Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W

Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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