Dee's Gardens
Common Name
False Sunflower or Sunflower Heliopsis
Botanical Name
Heliopsis helianthoides 'Summer Sun'
Zones
3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Light Shade
Water Needs
Average
Soil
Average well drained
Height
24-36"
Spread
24"
Critter Resistance
Deer
Other
 When grown in rich, moist soil it tends to
need staking.  Performs best in average
soil with average watering.
Plant Size
 2 gal
A beautiful carefree perennial.  'Summer Sun' puts on a show of
semi-double 2-3 inch bright yellow-gold flowers most of the
summer.  Has a nice bushy form with deep green leaves.  This
variety is very heat tolerant, making it a great choice in Southern
gardens.  Tall strong stems make for great cut flowers.  
Pictured here with Liatris (Blazing Stars)