Burning Hearts False Sunflower

Light Needs

Partial Shade to Full Sun

(At Least 3 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

3-4 Feet

Mature Spread

1 Foot

Growing Zones

3 to 8

The Burning Hearts Smooth Oxeye is a beautiful, native plant that makes a showy statement. Broad petals are long, narrow, and slightly curl, creating a full and lush flower. The yellow blooms have orange eyes that make a dramatic impression. The flowers of the Heliopsis helianthoides bloom from July through September. Thin, spindly stems feature narrow, purple foliage that stands out against the bold blooms.

As a native plant, the Burning Hearts Smooth Oxeye is easy to maintain. This large plant makes a significant impact on beds, borders, mass plantings, or containers. Trim the tall stems to feature the lovely blooms in arrangements. This hardy plant is deer-resistant, making it a good choice for areas with lots of foraging animals. Bees, butterflies, and birds enjoy the Burning Hearts Smooth Oxeye. Grow this plant as a perennial in zones 3 through 8.

Burning Hearts False Sunflower Care

Plant Burning Hearts Smooth Oxeye in full to partial sun. Soil should be rich and moist but still, allow for drainage. Let the top few inches of soil dry out before giving this plant a drink. Fertilize each spring to encourage new growth.

Cut back growth if the stems become leggy. All growth can be cut back in the fall or early spring.

Burning Hearts False Sunflower Spacing

This upright perennial grows an impressive 3 to 4 feet tall and 12 to 18 inches wide. Plant Burning Hearts Smooth Oxeye plants as close as 12 to 18 inches apart when creating a mass planting.