{"title":"Annual False Sunflower","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"258\"\u003eGenus: Heliopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"271\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asteraceae (Aster Family)\u003cbr data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e False Sunflower, Oxeye\u003cbr data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"360\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e North and Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"815\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eHeliopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of hardy perennials valued for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"500\"\u003evibrant, daisy-like flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e that closely resemble small sunflowers. The blooms typically feature \u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"598\"\u003egolden-yellow ray petals\u003c\/strong\u003e surrounding a dark central disc, often reaching heights of \u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e1 to 1.5 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their bold colour and upright habit make them excellent for \u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eback-of-border planting\u003c\/strong\u003e, pollinator gardens, and naturalistic plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eThe plants produce \u003cstrong data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"889\"\u003elong-lasting flowers from midsummer to early fall\u003c\/strong\u003e, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. The foliage is medium green, ovate, and slightly rough-textured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eHeliopsis prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003emoderately fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and can tolerate a range of soil types. Division every few years helps maintain vigour and prevents overcrowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eThese perennials are well-suited to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003ezones 3 to 8\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a dependable choice for New Brunswick gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eFalse Sunflower is often confused with true sunflowers but blooms more reliably and in a more compact form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eIt’s a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003epollinator magnet\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting a wide variety of native bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eThe stiff stems and bright flowers make it a favourite for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003ecut flower bouquets\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eIts adaptability and toughness make it ideal for naturalized areas, cottage gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/false-sunflower.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}